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All Veterans Memorial:

The People’s Memorial in Mount Olive

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By Dawn M. Chiossi atriotism is much more than brass bands, flags, or parades. More than pageantry for many, patriotism is a personal feeling. Featuring an appreciation and reverence, patriotism encompasses a quiet surge of pride and gratitude for the people who battled for America’s freedom-- knowing that democracy and liberty are hardwon. It is a feeling that encourages caring, empathy and giving back.

Founded in 2005, Mount Olive’s Turkey Brook Park’s All Veterans Memorial Park (AVM) fervently celebrates that type of patriotism. With Veteran’s Day approaching, there’s never been a better time to visit this inspiring site.

The All Veterans Memorial Park is sponsored by the Hackettstown-based Publius Organization. During the Global War on Terror, this non-profit organization was originally designed to provide goodwill opportunities to various organizations and individuals who

wanted to develop their own troop-support campaign.

More than just a series of monuments, the All Veterans Memorial was created to honor the brave men and women who are and have been in the United States Armed Forces. Created with the empowering idea of fostering a sense of unity between civilians and the military, the AVM goes even further. Providing education, outreach programs, and events, the AVM’s mission is to promote public awareness, involvement and support for all U.S. Service Members.

Located at 30 Flanders Road in Budd Lake, next to the historic Seward Mansion at the entrance of Turkey Brook Park, the All Veterans Memorial is open to the public and is completely free. Visitors of all ages are welcome.

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“The People’s Memorial,” the site was built exclusively by volunteers. Sprawling 1.3 acres, it celebrates the taste of freedom and what it takes to get there.

“Many people believe that the township built the memorial,” Developer, Charlie Uhr-

mann tells. “However, after they learned that ordinary people--with pure love for their country--created every facet of the park, they are always shocked.”

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continued from front page volunteers, “the All Veterans Memorial has kept its promise to never accept taxpayer funding,” Uhrmann prides. “No one within our organization has ever received any compensation.”

Born and raised in Wisconsin, and first residing in Florida, Uhrmann is passionate about a variety of philanthropic causes. After moving to New Jersey, and when the casualties from the Global War on Terror increased, she turned her efforts in that direction. “I think that 9/11 fundamentally changed people on the most basic level,” she remarks candidly. “I wanted to do something to pay it forward.”

Although Uhrmann is very much the idea-person behind the park, she is eager to point out that the All Veterans Memorial is very much a team passion. She describes that the brainstorm for it was one of those rare and amazing coincidences where all elements just came together. It was a time when her son was in the final stages of his Eagle Scout community project--building a memorial of his own-- and when fellow friends and volunteers, Bill and Linda Sohl and Thea Dunkle were relocating the Mount Olive War Monument.

“I saw the location allotted in Turkey Brook Park, and immediately all of these ideas began swimming in my head,” Uhrmann relates. “I wanted an all-inclusive place that would honor absolutely everyone, and give people a place where they could peacefully reflect. I wanted the memorial to show the aspects of America’s rich history, what America as a young country has gone through...for people to learn the facts behind wars, our three branches of government, our presidents, and the price of freedom.”

To help with this awesome project she recruited five of

New Jersey’s most admired hardscapers and an architect. In particular, Uhrmann mentions Karl Meier of Meier Stone in Flanders. “He was extremely instrumental in providing engineering and much of the materials and labor. His fingerprints are all over the park. Without Karl, we would not have nearly what we have today. He truly is one of the most talented craftsmen of all time,” she enthuses.

With an artistic eye and creative plan, Uhrmann relates that she intentionally sought to have every element of the park interconnecting and flowing into each other. This not only stresses symmetry and design, but it also shows off the almost magical element to the memorial. The memorials very shape was inspired by the Congressional Medal of Honor. “If you are flying overhead in a helicopter, you can see the shape. It’s amazing,” Uhrmann enthuses.

The park holds several memorials with the All Veteran’s Memorial Ceremonial Ground being the main complex. In the center is Mt. Olive’s original war monument, The STAR

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or Pentagon Platform, The Presidents Preamble Stage, Bill of Rights Wall, the Charlie Johnson Memorial Gazebo, The North Star Seating Area, the Spiritual Cenotaph, the Warrior Obelisk Monument, the POW/Remembrance Wall, and the War Dog Memorial.

Mt. Olive’s Original War Monument was donated by World War II Veteran, John Planker. Honoring Mount Olive’s local fallen heroes, the inscription reads, “Erected in Grateful Tribute to the Men and Women of Mount Olive Township Who Faithfully Served In The Armed Forces of Our Country.”

Originally it had been located at Budd Lake and dedicated in 1968. The monument found a proper home at the All Veteran’s Memorial in 2000.

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hronic fatigue immunodeficiency syndrome (CFIS) also known as myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME) is a disabling and poorly understood illness that is becoming more widespread in Western countries. CFIS is a term used to describe a myriad of neurological, neuromuscular, and immunological abnormalities. The initial onset of CFIS consists of flu-like symptoms including fever, sore throat, tender lymph nodes, chills and extreme fatigue. The chronic manifestations of CFIS always include disabling fatigue but can also include muscle and joint pain, sleep disorders, headaches, hypo- or hypersensitivities, cognitive disorders, depression, malaise, anxiety, irritability, confusion, weight fluctuations, abdominal pain, nausea and vomiting, muscle fatigue, worsening PMS, visual disturbances, tachycardia, paresthesias, dry eyes, dry mouth, night sweats, skin rashes and decreased sexual desire.

The etiology of CFIS is still unknown, but the suspected cause is a viral infection.

Some researchers believe that CFIS is actually a neurological response to a viral infection. Since there are no absolute markers

or lab tests to confirm the illness, chronic fatigue immunodeficiency syndrome is often diagnosed by symptoms alone and by process of elimination. For the same reasons, western medicine has no treatment for chronic fatigue. Instead, doctors prescribe individual medications to deal with each of the associated symptoms.

As with any illness, traditional Chinese medicine treats the individual on a caseby- case basis. A diagnosis is made based on the individual’s symptoms as well as their tongue and pulse presentations. The patient’s tongue is inspected and 6 pulses are felt on each wrist in order for the Acupuncturist/ Chinese Medical Practitioner to determine the diagnosis. Since chronic fatigue manifests differently in each person, this method of diagnosing is superior. The treatment plan is then formulated based on the individual’s diagnosis. As you can see in the chart- one Acupuncture treatment plan will address all of the individual’s symptoms as well as the illness as a whole. This is known as a root and branch treatment. Addressing the root cause of the chronic fatigue is addressing the illness as a whole while treating the branch aims

to relieve all of the symptoms associated with the illness. A single Chinese herbal formula can also be prescribed to treat both the root and branch of the chronic fatigue syndrome.

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A VIEW FROM THE RIGHT

Republican Sense of Humor

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wenty years ago, former U.S. Transportation Secretary, President of the Red Cross and future North Carolina Sen. Elizabeth Dole was a decidedly long-shot candidate for the Republican presidential nomination -- an honor her husband, former Senate Majority Leader Bob Dole had won four years earlier, only to lose in the general election to Democratic incumbent Bill Clinton.

Then out of elective public office for the first time in 36 years, Bob Dole was most often seen as the television pitchman for a product promising to improve erectile function. Curious about why Elizabeth Dole, a certified dark horse, was running for the White House, I asked humorist Mark Russell, who explained.

“If you were married to the test pilot for Viagra, you’d do almost anything to get out of the house.”

Bob Dole was that most special of political leaders who subscribed to John F. Kennedy’s thesis: “There are three things which are real: God, human folly and laughter. The first two are beyond our comprehension, so we must do what we can with the third.” Of all the politicians I have covered, none -- certainly no Republican -- has done more for and with humor than Robert J. Dole the favorite son of Russell, Kansas.

He had been President Gerald Ford’s running mate in the photo-finish 1976 election won by Democrat Jimmy Carter, leading to this Dole insight: “I don’t know how many people run for vice president and for president and lose both.” Of the vice presidential nomination, custom of which somehow dictates that no one who covets it be seen overtly seeking to be chosen, Dole wisely observed: “The vice presidential nomination is like the last cookie on the plate; everybody insists they don’t want it, but somebody

Mark Shields always takes it.”

Someone as exceptionally witty as Bob Dole sometimes gets credit for great lines whether or not he was the author.

Take this one, following the obvious tension between him as Senate Republican leader and GOP House Speaker Newt Gingrich, who had disparaged the consensus-builder Dole as “the tax collector for the welfare state.” When Gingrich’s public popularity in the polls plummeted precipitously, the story goes, he sought the counsel of the older, wiser Dole.

“Why do so many people take such an instant dislike to me?” asked a shaken Gingrich. Dole’s succinct explanation: “Because it saves them time.”

Bob Dole could disarm with his candor. He once observed: “Some of us in the Senate are uncomfortable taking honoraria (for speeches before groups). I am uncomfortable taking campaign contributions. So I compromised. I decided to take both.”

My personal Dole classic: Once, at a White House ceremony, there standing continued on page 6

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I wrote the book on the Obama administration’s “Culture of Corruption” 10 years ago, including a thick and sordid chapter on the Beltway swamp creatures of the Biden family. See-noevil liberals scoffed at my catalogue of back-scratching, shady Delaware deals and Wall Street funny money: What nepotism? What ethical lapses? What corruption?

Now, Hunter Biden himself, the youngest son of former Vice President and Democratic presidential front-runner Joe Biden, finally admitted this week what Daddy’s pooh-poohing pals have long (publicly) denied: “I don’t think that there’s a lot of things that would have happened in my life if my last name wasn’t Biden,” Hunter confessed on ABC’s “Good Morning America” Tuesday.

Well, knock me over with a feather and plaster-cast my shocked face.

On cue, the Dems’ favorite “GOP strategist,” swamp lobbyist wife and anti-Trump loudmouth Ana Navarro Cardenas, cooed over Hunter’s “self-awareness” and “humility.” But even as the theatrically humbled Hunter admitted his privilege (staged the morning before Biden the Senior faced off for the fourth high-stakes Democratic presidential debate), he insisted he was as “qualified” as “anybody else” for his $50k-a-month gig at Ukrainian natural gas company Burisma Holdings.

After all, Hunter puffed: “I was vice chairman of the board of Amtrak for five years. I was the chairman of the board of the U.N. World Food Program.

I was a lawyer for Boies Schiller Flexner, one of the most prestigious law firms in the world.”

Hold up, Sonny Boy. Reciting a litany of your unqualified domestic appoint-

Michelle Malkin ments to bolster the qualifications of your foreign gigs lacks -- what’s the word? -- self-awareness. “GMA” hostess Amy Robach, who had promised a “no holds barred” grilling, whiffed on fully informing viewers about Hunter’s lifelong biography of conflicts of interest and cashing in.

The Burisma “mistake” is a feature, not a bug, in the bubble-protected life and times of Delaware’s dirty Democrat dynasty. I repeat: --Hunter’s first job, acquired after Joe Biden won his 1996 Senate reelection bid in Delaware, was with MBNA. The credit card conglomerate and top campaign finance donor forked over nearly $63,000 in bundled primary and general contributions from its employees to then-Sen. Biden -- who secured his custom-built, multimillion-dollar house in Delaware’s ritziest Chateau Country neighborhood with the help of a leading MBNA corporate executive.

Average Joe went on to carry legislative water for MBNA in the Senate for years. continued on page 6

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andy’s Wine and Spirits located at 293 Route 206, Flanders and 100 Route 46, Budd celebrated their official ribbon ceremony on Wed., Oct. 16, 2019. In

photo Chuck Aaron owner of Jersey Girl Brewery, Mayor Robert J. Greenbaum, Rohan Kranti, Sandy Kranti, Harish Kranti and Council President Joe Nicastro.

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Beltway Bidenspawn-Ship... continued from page 4 --Hunter quickly ascended to senior vice president at MBNA by early 1998 and then scored a plum position in the Clinton administration’s Commerce Department, specializing in “electronic commerce” before returning to MBNA three years later as a high-priced “consultant.” While he collected those “consulting” (translation: nepotistic access-trading) fees, Hunter became a “founding partner” in the lobbying firm of

Oldaker, Biden and Belair in 2002.

--William Oldaker was Papa Biden’s former fundraiser, campaign treasurer and general counsel -- a Beltway barnacle whose Democratic machine days dated back to Teddy Kennedy’s 1980 presidential bid. Under Oldaker’s mentorship, Hunter lobbied for drug companies, universities and other deep-pocketed clients to the tune of nearly $4 million billed to the company by 2007.

Then-Illinois Sen. Barack Obama personally

Republican Sense of Humor... continued from page 4 next to each other were former presidents Jimmy Carter, Gerald Ford and Richard Nixon -- or, as Bob Dole identified them, “See No Evil, Hear No Evil and Evil.” He could be caustic.

Reflecting upon his Senate leadership, Bob Dole once spoke with pride about what he had worked on successfully and where he had made a difference: passing the Americans with Disabilities Act, working to pass the Voting Rights Act, compromising and collaborating with Democratic House Speaker Thomas Phillip “Tip” O’Neill to

shore up and save Social Security and helping create the Martin Luther King Jr. national holiday. Pretty serious body of work for a man of such wit.

Boy, could we use a party leader and a Senate leader who, yes, makes us smile and chuckle but who also makes such a large and positive difference in our nation.

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requested and secured cozy taxpayer-subsidized earmarks for several of Hunter’s clients.

--Hunter also was a top official at Paradigm Global Advisors, a hedge fund holding company founded with Joe Biden’s brother, James, and marketed by convicted finance fraudster Allen Stanford. As Paradigm chairman, Hunter oversaw half a billion dollars of client money invested in hedge funds while remaining a lobbyist at Oldaker, Biden and Belair. The ill-fated venture went bust amid nasty fraud lawsuits.

--The Biden Bro received a $500,000 loan from the family’s longtime donor, “friend” and Ukrainian-American businessman John Hynansky, which helped bail Uncle James Biden out of debt he racked up while renovating a massive, south Florida beachfront estate. Hynansky was also entangled in a messy Delaware real estate deal with Biden pal and convicted campaign finance and tax fraudster Chris Tigani, who spent two years in prison for laundering political donations through straw donors to Biden’s presidential campaign committee.

--Hunter then snagged a seat on the board of directors of taxpayer-subsidized,

stimulus-inflated Amtrak, where he pretended not to be a lobbyist, but rather an “effective advocate” for the government railroad system serving the 1-percenters’ D.C.-NYC corridor.

And all of this was before Qualified-As-Anybody-Else Hunter snagged his lucrative foreign gigs in Ukraine and China (not to mention the humiliating interlude when he was booted from the Navy Reserve in 2014 for cocaine use while “working” as a public affairs officer -- a cushy, part-time job he secured only after finagling waivers for his age and a previous drug offense).

The law license Hunter is so proud of earning was conveniently protected from review and revocation.

Bidenspawn-ship has its privileges -- lavishly underwritten by “Average Joe’s” half century-long career on the public teat.

Michelle Malkin’s email address is MichelleMalkinInvestigates@protonmail. com. To find out more about Michelle Malkin and read features by other Creators Syndicate writers and cartoonists, visit the Creators Syndicate website at www.creators.com.

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Festival of Trees Will Return Dec. 7 in Chester

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It is the main fund raiser which helps support all exercise and informational programs, plus services to seniors. We offer the above to residents of the Chester’s, Long Valley and surrounding Morris and Warren County communities.

The hours for the Festival of Trees will be as follows: December 7-14, Monday & Wednesday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tuesday, Thursday & Friday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Sunday, Noon to 5 p.m.

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There will also be a sing along and story time with Mrs. Tonnesson on 12/13 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

The Festival of Trees is located at the barn, 100 North Rd, Chester, across from Black River Middle School. Tickets are adults $10, seniors & students $5. For more information email info@srcnj.org or call 908-879-2202.

Colleen Labow Appointed to Mt. Olive Child Care & Learning Center’s Board of Trustees t. Olive Child Care & Learning Center proudly announces the addition of a new board member who will serve on the Board of Trustees. The recently appointed board member is Colleen Labow.

Colleen is very involved in the community. She is on the Mt. Olive Town Council, Chair of the Board of Health, Council Liaison

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Colleen is a Realtor with KW Metropolitan. Colleen’s younger son, Curtis, attended the Mt. Olive Child Care & Learning Center’s after school program when he was a student at Sandshore Elementary School.

We are looking forward to having Colleen on our Board.

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continued from page 2 who have served. The platform then flows into the Global War on Terror Memorial Bridge which honors New Jersey’s fallen.

The bridge then connects the VALOR Bar, or Presidential Preamble Stage, paying tribute to all United States Presidents and their civil service. The Bill of Rights Wall displays templates of the first ten Bill of Rights Amendments that were ratified by Congress.

The Charlie Johnson Memorial Gazebo was built to honor the memory of Mt. Olive resident and former Mayor, Charles H “Charlie” Johnson. Serving as a Sergeant in the Air Force 9th Division in World War II, Johnson was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross and Air Force Medal for his service to his country.

The NorthStar Seating Area was built by the Home Depot and Karl Meier. Dedicated to New Jersey Gold Star Mothers and those who lost a loved one during war, the comfortable area is designed to give a sense of peace.

Designed and funded by Eagle Scout Eric Wood, Uhrmann describes the Spiritual Cenotaph as something that “entombs every spiritual book of authority from every religion of our service members. It symbolizes the faiths and beliefs of all the fallen soldiers out there.”

The Warrior Obelisk Monument represents the four consequences of war: Missing in Action, Killed in Action, Wounded in Action, and Prisoner of War. it honors those who have suffered for American’s very liberty.

The POW Remembrance Wall was designed by Uhrmann, funded and sponsored by Peter King, and painted by world-renowned artist Doron Viner.

With every element the AVM creates, Uhrmann researches it all. “I learn so much,” she asserts. “Take for example, our Presidents Preamble. It isn’t just a laundry list of all the United States Presidents, we include the events that the particular president is famous for, famous quotes, and more.”

With so much, she takes great pains to make sure that all of the information is not overwhelming to visitors and is easily understood. “If you are visiting the Bill of Rights Wall for example, each amendment is separated. That way people are not only reading, but they are also completely focused,” Uhrmann says. “One visitor told me that this was the first time she had ever read the Bill of Rights in its entirety before.

I love seeing the parents and children visiting the park and seeing parents explain everything. It really opens up a conversation between them.”

Constructed in several phases, it seems that there is always another facet of the site to build and Uhrmann wouldn’t have it any other way. She discloses that upcoming plans for the park will include a prayer garden as an extension of the North Star Seating Area.

“The garden will be a complete zen area,” she remarks.

“When visitors want more privacy to reflect or honor a loved one, this place will be perfect. It is meant to be a spiritual place.” She mentions there will be a waterfall, and people will be completely surrounded by nature. They will also have the opportunity to write messages if they wish.

The Spiritual Cenotaph will be in view. The inclusive, religious spirituality is meant to give a sense of serenity and comfort to the grieving.

Uhrmann points to it as her favorite monument, because of the way it forges connections between people. As some-

one with a love of traveling all around the globe, she hunted various locations for just the right material for the Spiritual Cenotaph. “I learned so much researching every facet of the various religions and garnering as many books as I could. It was so rewarding to show the origins of how each of the various religions began. The project opened so many doors. I’ve met so many people.”

Touching her the most, was the gift of a Bible given to her by a man named Marcus Goch. “Upon seeing the finished center, he insisted he wanted his Bible as part of it.”

Uhrmann shares. “I didn’t want to accept it at first as it was a gift from his parents, both who are gone now. It really says something about him that he wanted to share his gift with us.”

When asked what display attendees find most popular, Uhrmann shares that it is hands down the War Dog Memorial, sponsored by Bill Wynne, Brian and Lorriane Huster, Helen BeeBe, and Bill and Linda Sohl. Knowing that canines were as much a part of the armed forces as their human counterparts, the monument spotlights five different dogs in various wars and missions. Uhrmann, along with canine artist Ashley Bogosta, captured the real, authentic likeness of each dog.

“Each lifelike dog is painted to exact detail,” Uhrmann tells.

After researching each dog, visitors can see them in the exact landscape that made them famous. “Everyone has a soft spot for dogs,” Uhrmann quips.

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All Veterans Memorial... continued from page 8 and hidden secrets throughout the park,” Urhmann tells. “They learn the meaning behind each element and how it was built, as well as our rich American heritage and governments.”

On Memorial Day, the AVM comes alive.

For all, it hosts a deep emotional connection. “Our Memorial Day Celebration always captivates those who are in attendance,” Uhrmann prides. “We begin with a patriotic medley performed on the bagpipes by Vietnam veteran Mark Noyes. “As Mark plays, re-enactors from every war present the period flags of the war lines to the Path to Enduring Freedom, acting as a perfect backdrop to our color guard. As each Service Flag is raised, Mark plays each branch of the service medley.”

She goes on to explain that they allow three families to set their fallen loved one’s service paver at the Path to Enduring Freedom. In the past, they have had several World War II warriors set their own stone while their family members look on. The setting of the service paver is both videoed and photographed and given to the families after the ceremony. Both the Boy and the Girl Scouts participate, and Mount Olive Girl Scouts and Brownies also place small bouquets of flowers or candles at each fallen

They include pets in the campaign simply because “Shelters often do not accept people with pets, and owners won’t leave them behind,” Urhmann tells. Backpacks contain items such as a Bible, hats, scarves, gloves, warm blankets, socks, a comprehensive first aid kit, food, water, even things like cold pills (in case of illness) and moisturizers, hygiene items, chapstick, as well as much more. For pets, they will include a box of treats, a blanket, water, and more.

Motivating others to connect, touching hearts, offering a beautiful, inclusive, nonpolitical place to reflect, the All Veteran’s

warrior at the Purple Heart Bridge.

There are unintended consequences of war, and with utter sensitivity and caring, the All Veteran’s Memorial hosts their POW/ MIA 24 Hour Vigil. Taking place every third Friday and Saturday of every September, it is co-sponsored by the Morris County American Legion. This ceremony seeks to help the families by giving them a sense of peace and closure, knowing how awful it is that a loved one has never returned home. This year, the All Veteran’s Memorial went the extra step researching the names, ranks, serial numbers, and dates of disappearances of every New Jersey POW/MIA member out there.

They then created dog tags containing that information. During the vigil they called out each name and info, securing the dog tags to the POW/MIA/PTSD Remembrance Wall.

Always reaching out a hand, the All Veterans Memorial participates in a myriad of outreach programs to enhance the quality of life for those who need it. Among them, are the Helping Homeless Heroes and Homeless Hounds Campaigns, providing backpacks filled with necessary items for the homeless. With the cooler weather approaching, it is the perfect time to aid those who do not have warm shelter.

“There are upwards of 3,000 homeless in Essex County alone,” Uhrmann relates.

Memorial puts 100% of their hearts into everything they do.

“I hope the All Veterans Memorial will continue to inspire others, that it will show what an amazing country we have here. That it conveys that freedom is paid by the blood of our children. It’s a reminder of the people’s pride in their country and all that we have gone through,” Uhrmann says. “The AVM is part of me.”

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Gabriella Parisi Named Mount Olive High School 2019 Homecoming Queen

By Steve Sears t was a wonderful evening.

Homecoming Game at Mount Olive High School is always a very sparkling event, and Friday, October 4 was perhaps the most special of them all.

Not only during the chilly evening did the Mount Olive Marauders hold off the Randolph Rams, 15 – 13, in a terrific game, the awarding of the Mount Olive 2019 Homecoming Queen was a heartwarming tear-jerker.

19-year-old Gabriella Grace Parisi (aka GiGi), a senior at Mount Olive High School who has Down Syndrome, was announced as Mount Olive 2019 Homecoming Queen.

“The moment when Gabriella was crowned Mount Olive 2019 Homecoming Queen was surreal,” says her mom, Rosemary Parisi. “All my fears and worries for my daughter were washed away in an instant. I realized love surrounds her, and not just familial love, but societal as well. The Mount Olive School community just elected GiGi as their Homecoming Queen. Her life is great! She is safe, loved, and appreciated for her uniqueness.”

GiGi was elected to the Homecoming Court a few weeks prior by her peers. “Mount Olive did a photo shoot and we prepared a resume together. These items were then displayed in the Homecoming Election Showcase in the high school,” says Parisi.

Gabriella is a lifelong student in Mount Olive, very active in the community, and currently interns at the House of the Good Shepard in Hackettstown, where she affectionately calls everyone her ‘grandma’ and ‘grandpa.’ She is also a participant in the Mount Olive PEAK programs, is a two-time varsity athlete in basketball and field hockey, a member of

the Mount Olive Track & Field team, and captain of Mount Olive’s Unified Sports teams. Tack on that Gabriella is a gold medalist in the Special Olympics Track & Field division, has been active in Mount Olive’s Best Buddies programs since middle school (where she also volunteered in the Mount Olive Childcare and Learning Center), and you recognize this special young woman enjoys a very rich, rewarding life.

“Gabriella enjoys a full life and loves giving back to the community that has been so good to her,” states her mom.

“GiGi doesn’t let anything stand in her way and she proceeds through life with zeal, charisma, and grace.”

Parisi says GiGi was so excited to win the Homecoming Queen Crown. “She felt love in her heart. She felt like a model as she walked across the football field, onto the risers. When she heard her name called for Queen, she stated, ‘That’s me!’ GiGi said that her crowning was the most exciting thing that ever happened to her, except for when she was escorted onto the field by the Prince, John Pignataro and crowned alongside King, Bennett Tilves. GiGi’s favorite parts of school are her teammates and her bus rides to away games, where she is just one of the ‘gang’.”

“GiGi,” says Rosemary, “wishes she could stay in Mount Olive High School forever.”

And for the Parisi family, the township of Mount Olive has been, in Parisi’s words, “a lifesaver.” “Our daughter has been embraced by a community that promotes inclusivity,” says Rosemary. “Mount Olive focuses on kindness and acceptance, throughout all grade levels. Mount Olive staunchly promotes the ideals of character. We believe that these initiatives have paid off. We are witnesses to the kindness and acceptance shown to those who are different. GiGi has been

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California Resident Bikes Cross Country to Benefit Mt. Olive Organization

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By Jason Cohen nonprofit organization that aids those with mental challenges was recently the benefactor of a man who cycled cross country.

Matthew Dinday, 39, of Calif., began his bike ride April 23 and concluded Sept. 10.

Dinday raised $2,500 for The Arc/Morris County Chapter, which is the largest provider of services for people affected by intellectual and related developmental disabilities and their families in Morris County.

“This trip was the first overnight bike ride for any trip that I’ve ever done,” Dinday said.

Dinday’s uncle, James Krauklis, lived at the facilities in Morristown, Flanders and Parsippany for many years with Down Syndrome, but passed away in 2004. After his death, his family donated $250,000 to the Arc Day Training Center in Flanders in honor of him and his parents, Julius and Loretta, who were founding members of The Arc. As Dinday was nearing the end of his ride, he made it to Arc in Flanders on Aug. 26. Executive Director Bill Testa said it was an honor that he raised money for the organization, but it was even more of a privilege for him and the clients to meet Dinday.

Testa, who knew Loretta and Julius, said

it was nice to see another member of the family giving back.

“It’s not just about the money that he raised,” Testa said. “It was more the public awareness. He obviously realized the importance of supporting people with special needs.”

Testa recalled how special of a day it was for the residents at the facility. Their faces lit up when they saw him and they enjoyed interacting with Dinday.

“I don’t think he was expecting the reaction he got,” Testa stated.

While Dinday only met his uncle a couple times, he knew the impact Arc had on his life. According to Dinday, he had wanted to ride cross country since his early 20s and he decided this year the time was right.

“It’s something I wanted to do for quite a long time,” he said.

After 16 years of studying epilepsy at the University of California San Francisco, he quit his job and began preparing for his journey. He went to the gym three or four times a week, biked often and researched routes, places for food, hotels and camp sites.

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After returning from the celebration, his ride continued along Lake Michigan into Indianapolis and then stopped in Louisville, where he had some of its famous bourbon.

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Mount Olive Athlete Rewrites Record Books, Mentors Others

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By Steve Sears att Kraemer’s story is one of improvement, adversity, overcoming adversity by not giving up, and success.

Kraemer, a Mount Olive High School graduate, rewrote the Rider University Track & Field hammer throw record, but his career there was much more than just this accomplishment.

Following a dissatisfying freshman year at East Stroudsburg University in Pennsylvania, Kraemer transferred to Randolph’s County College of Morris for a year.

Anthony SanFilippo, Assistant Coach of Men’s and Women’s Track and Field at Rider University in Lawrenceville, New Jersey, is a former high school coach who knew Kraemer well and always remembered his work ethic, positive attitude, and leadership ability while at Mount Olive High School (where he threw shotput, discus, and javelin).

When he learned of Kraemer’s desire to transfer from CCM, Sanfilippo immediately sought contact. “He came to Rider the following year with three years of eligibility left,” says SanFilippo. “His impact on our team was immediate. After the first year, he became our team captain, our top hammer and weight thrower, and an All-East performer in the hammer throw.”

Kraemer’s junior year started out well, appearing to be a continuation of his sophomore season, but he was soon plagued by a herniated disk injury. “That rendered me pretty much useless,” says Kraemer. “It was right at the end of the indoor season and right into the outdoor season, and obviously anyone who does track will tell you outdoor is much better than indoor. You look forward to outdoor; they see indoor as training for outdoor.

So, getting hurt like that was just terrible.”

Kraemer approached SanFilippo as to how he could help the team while nursing his injuries. SanFilippo’s advice carried much weight. “He struggled,” adds SanFilippo, “to regain form but never quit on his team and always looked for ways to help everyone else.”

As Kraemer’s senior season was on the threshold, he sought to rehab from injuries,

while at the same time mentoring other throwers. “As his back got better, his throws got longer...much longer,” says SanFilippo, who aided Kraemer by sitting with him many hours, studying his form via film and iPad, “breaking everything down, step-bystep,” per Kraemer, to better the senior’s scores and ability. “We built a really good relationship over the years,” attests Kraemer, “to be able to communicate like that.”

In 2019, the 6’4” 230 lb. Kraemer would win his first conference title in the weight throw that indoor season, from the “seat” of the 4th seed, posting a 17.59m at the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference Indoor Championship. In the spring, he would go on to break the Rider University hammer throw record three times, earning a medal at the 125th Penn Relays with a career-high hammer throw of 56.99m, and garnering a silver medal in the same event at the conference championships at the Metro Atlantic Outdoor Track & Field Championships.

Per SanFilippo, Kraemer “graduated as an irreplaceable part of our team and culture.”

Men’s and Women’s Track and Field Head Coach Bob Hamer states, “Matt was a very accomplished athlete for us as a result of his strong commitment and dedication to his craft. I would see him in the weight room almost daily in the summer and he was always working closely with his event coach to make sure that he was doing everything that he could to be the best version of himself. It was also very admirable to see how he was such a great mentor and inspiration to the younger athletes on the team. He led by example but also took the time to reach out and assist them in any way that he could.”

“The guys at Rider will send me videos of their hammer or weight throws,” the 23-yearold Kraemer says, “and I’ll send a message to a thrower and say, ‘Just so you know, I’m going to rip your technique apart, but it’s all in love. I have to be honest. If I don’t tell you the hard truth about improving your technique, you’re not going to get better.”

“He really wanted to be great,” says Hamer, “but he also wanted this program to be great. He will always be remembered very fondly.”

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Area Churches Hold Ecumenical Nativity Program

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This is the 17th year for this ecumenical program. For some, taking part in telling the story has become a tradition.

“The reason my family and I participate each year is both because of the community closeness and the reminder that the true meaning of Christmas is the gift of Jesus to this world - through grace. In a world full of busyness, confusion, chaos and noise, Jesus is the Light of the World. We all need light, even if for a few moments. … I am transported back in time to Bethlehem

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There will be a time of fellowship after the program, where the audience can enjoy some treats before getting on their way.

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NOBODY IN THE WORLD SELLS MORE REAL ESTATE THAN RE/MAX 30 Skytop Rd, Andover Township $295,000

3 Whispering Woods Dr, Mount Olive $629,900 Gorgeous home that will have your breath taken away from the moment you walk in, you will be in awe. Upon entering into the large welcoming foyer you will love the high ceilings the living room has which is open to the floor above creating a great open space w/ two sets of double doors which bring you to your private retreat in the back yard, hosting decks, patios, fully fenced in yard & the swimming pool. First floor master bedroom w/ a sitting room & fireplace within, large walk in closet & completely updated spa like master bath. Situated off the family room is another deck offering peaceful enjoyment. The second floor has 3 bedrooms w/ one having a private bath. Large heated finished basement with half bath and plenty of storage. This home offers an elevated location providing spectacular sunset views.

Tammy Abrusci (c) 973-229-3322 24 Yorkshire Drive, Washington Twp $481,000 Welcome home to this private 4 Bedroom, 2.5 bath, sanctuary in the highly sought after Yorkshire Estates in Long Valley. Open floor plan. Sun filled eat-in kitchen w slider out to deck w/pergola overlooking natures beauty. Cathedral ceiling gathering room w marble faced gas fireplace, great for entertaining. Spacious Master Suite w/ sitting area, walk-in closet and full bath. Partially finished walk-out basement, ample storage space. Shed/Horse barn. New Roof, July 2019. New HVAC, heat & A/C March 2017.

Security System. Invisible Dog Fence. Includes Buyers Home Warranty. NJ TOP Rated School System #14. Great location for shopping, restaurants, farms and recreation.

Easy access to Rt 46, 80, 206, 78. Great value!!

Martine Arndt (c) 732-801-7995 18 Sovereign Dr., Mount Olive Twp. $659,900 Best Value in Morris Hunt!!! Amazing 4750 sf Colonial w/ 5 BR, 3.5 BA, w/ quick closing available! Granite island & counter tops, formal DR, spacious FR w/ F/P & open flr plan, great for entertaining! Wonderful MBR suite w/ sitting rm, 2 WIC & sumptuous whirlpool bath & stall shower. 4 additional BR w/ jack & jill baths, private level yard w/ patio backs to woods w/ lots of room for a pool. 3 car garage, full basement can easily be finished for additional recreation. Quick closing available!

Sharon Caruso (c) 973-945-8142 95 Indigo Rd, Allamuchy Township $413,000 BETTER THAN NEW! No need to wait for TBB! - end unit with remodeled kitchen w/ white cabinets & Quartz counters -all new SS appliances. Buyer pays 1/10th of 1% of purchase price to PVPOA @closing. Located in the lovely community of Panther Valley, with a premium lot location, this home offers privacy and mountain views.

Three bedrooms, including a very spacious master bedroom with a luxurious bathroom & large WI closet, a comfortable open living room with fireplace opening to deck, a formal dining room, a sensational finished lower level that opens to a patio are just some of the many outstanding features of this beautiful home. Offering 3 pools with tennis & recreational areas, it is conveniently located near to major highways, shopping, restaurants, hospitals, and houses of worship. Don’t miss it!

Kathy Hill (c) 973-219-6256

77 Fawnridge Dr., Washington Twp. $404,900 Wonderful opportunity to own a beautiful 4 bedroom, 2 bath home on over acre with all public utilities, natural gas and neighborhood playground area. Updated kitchen with granite counters, tile backsplash and breakfast bar, light and bright sunroom with natural gas stove overlooking private, wooded yard, warm and inviting family room with wood burning fireplace and adjacent office. Spacious living room with hardwood floors, vaulted ceiling and large picture window opens to formal dining room creating a wonderful open floor plan for entertaining. Generous master bedroom with access to full bath and two double door closets & three additional bedrooms. 2 car garage, expansive crawl space under living room for storage and beautiful private yard with patio. Great community and Long Valley top rated schools!

Vicki OLeary (c) 908-268-4345

HERITAGE Properties RE/MAX CONTINUES TO BE THE NUMBER ONE COMPANY IN CLOSED SALES IN OUR LOCAL TOWNS, YEAR TO DATE. MountOlive • Roxbury • Long Valley Mount Arlington • Hackettstown 7 Coursen Way, Morris Plains $565,000 Immaculate 4 BR 2 Baths brick front split level nestled at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac and surrounded by mature landscaped level property in the Holiday Ridge section of Morris Plains. MUST SEE! Upper level has over-sized bedroom with access to the attic through a walk-in closet. Main level features a beautiful bay window in the spacious sun lit living room and opens to the sizable dining area and eat-in kitchen with sliders leading to deck and patio for private outdoor entertaining. Perfect for the commuter! 5 minute drive to the Morris Plains train station, community center and pool, downtown shopping and restaurants, and Routes 202, 53 and 10. (SF per NJACTB)

Cindy Rec (c) 973-479-9266

14 Pathfinder Trail, Jefferson Township $229,000 Why rent, when you can buy? Great condo alternativ! Move right in ! Freshly painted, clean home ready for just your finishing personal touch .... Literally just move right in.... Great location, last home on the road, with privacy around ..... Central Air ...

Newer Bathrooom, Beautiful and Bright Kitchen with Slider to Deck Area. Living Room with Vaulted Ceiling .... Bonus space in basement great for Rec Room or Office. Fenced level lot with detached Garage/Shed for storage or work area with extended driveway. Popular Shawnee Lake community with Park and Club House.... Recreations to include nearby park, 3 beaches, boat launch, fishing area and Clubhouse! Ideally located only minutes from Route 15/80 for commuting

Melissa Robertiello (c) 973-725-7175 938 Cedar Drive, Stillwater Twp. $249,000 One level living on a large corner lot, sheltered by shrubs and shaded by trees, a “true” ranch, with a large attached two car heated garage only a few steps to the house. New 3 bedroom septic being installed now, boiler 2017, roof 2010,updated Kitchen with Corian counter opens to a new sun drenched 14 X 12’ Dining Room overlooking the fenced garden .Large Master Bedroom , updated bath with a comfortable soaking tub.

Large 21’ Great Room with cathedral ceiling warmed by a fieldstone fireplace. In a lake community with motorboating, tennis courts, lifeguarded beaches and the Paulinskill Trail. Both schools are blue ribbon Schools.

Sydney Uster (c) 908-246-8753 504 E Prospect St, Hackettstown $269,000 Adorable home in town’s most desirable neighborhood. This home is priced to sell! Extremely rare, oversized double lot, with plenty of space for entertaining outside\ In addition to the unbeatable location, this Home boasts a newer roof, newer windows, newer hot water heater, newer sump pump, newer basement waterproofing, and a new gas furnace that is approximately only 6 months old! Inside, the home has tremendous architectural appeal, lots of light, and gleaming hardwood floors! Home is conveniently located less than a mile from downtown Hackettstown, Centenary University, shopping, and restaurants. Located close to all major routes and highways. Don’t miss out on this opportunity!

Rebekah Weaver (c) 973-713-1690

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Step inside this gleaming, move-in ready split level home with an oversized back yard for endless entertaining possibilities. This spacious home features 3 roomy BR, 1.5 BA and newly refinished hardwood floors throughout. You won’t want to leave the beautiful brand new kitchen, which is open to the living area. This house also features a brand new septic to the side of the back yard which leaves plenty of space to add an in-ground pool in the future if you so please. Come see this beautiful home before it’s too late!

Liza Wiley (c) 503-530-6166 4 Stone Briar Dr, Washington Twp. $739,900 If you appreciate quality, then this is a home not to be missed!Elegant custom home w many surprises to delight you! As you enter through the stone pillars up the winding driveway in a neighborhood of custom homes, you will know you are in for a treat! Large open outdoor spaces, beautiful landscaping & wooded areas surround this impressive home. Custom details: coved & tray ceilings, vaulted archways, custom moldings, trim. Rooms are light filled, generously sized, w/views & provide great entertainment flow.15 rooms include a Great Room, main floor office which overlooks the property. Master suite w sitting room, custom closet & luxurious bath. Paneled wine room, home theater, 2nd kitchen. custom bar, banquet area & exercise room. 3 car garage, front porch, koi pond etc .Conv. to shopping & commuter routes

Carol Borman (c) 908-581-9205 25 Hickory Ln, Washington Twp. $485,000 As you enter this home you will be amazed at the openness & light in the home. The rooms flow seamlessly into each other and the custom moldings enhance the space further. There is eucalyptus flooring throughout first floor along with a renovated full bath. The Ki tchen features Shaker style cabinetry, granite counters, Stainless Steel tiled backsplash & Stainless Steel appliances. There are sliders from the Kitchen & the Office/Den to the large patio & level rear yard. Upstairs the Master Suite has a large walk in closet, dressing area & renovated ensuite bath. The 3 other bedrooms are all a good size. There is hardwood flooring throughout second floor & an updated Main bath. This level open property backs up to town owned land. The solar roof panels are a cost saving addition too!

Mary Grant (c) 908-803-4523

254 Mission Rd, Washington Twp. $555,000 Magnificent 4-bedroom, 2 full & 2 half bath Colonial on 1.87 acres in Washington Twp w/ Top Rated Schools! Sweeping approach w/ manicured landscaping, paver path, portico entrance, & 2-car attached garage. Enter the 2 story foyer flanked by formal dining room w/ tray ceiling & living room w/ French doors to warm & inviting family room. FR feat. wood-burning fp & open flow to eat-in kitchen w/ door to large deck for easy entertaining. Kitchen incl: large center island, granite counters, custom cabinets, pantry, & high-end SS appliances.

Upstairs, the primary suite feat. sitting room, boutique walk-in closet, & full bath w/ soaking tub & shower. 3 other bedrooms w/ roomy closets, & hall bath w/tub shower complete this level. Finished basement feat. bar, media room, recreation room, storage, & powder room.

Cindy Ruggiero (c) 908-399-3408 10 Noa Ct, Mount Olive $420,000 EXCELLENT price for this central hall colonial 4 Bd 3 full baths located at the end of a cul-de-sac over an acre of land. First floor boasts an open floor plan with EIK leading to spacious Family Room, complete with wood-burning Fireplace, plus formal Dining & Living Room, office. Expansive rear deck off breakfast room overlooking in-ground Pool/Yard. Master Bedroom Suite w/tray ceiling, sitting area, stall shower, jetted tub & walk-in closet. Full finished basement. hardwood floors, Home in need of TLC, AS is condition. 3th Party Approval Required

Dulce Ruivo (c) 201-993-0683

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To Find Her Daughter, Pamela’s Determined Search

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By Richard Mabey Jr. have the honor and pleasure of knowing Pamela Reynolds Ross, since the first grade. For the most part, we were in each other’s classes all through grade school.

We were very good friends. We stayed friends all through high school, but in attending a regional high school, sadly we lost a bit of the close friendship that we shared in grade school. Truly, Pamela is one of the kindest individuals whom I have ever known in my entire life.

Pamela has been working very hard, for several decades, to find her biological daughter, whom Pamela gave up for adoption when she was only 17 years old. This was back in 1971. It was a different time then, a different culture. Nobly, Pamela signed adoption papers, thinking that would be best for her baby daughter.

As the ink hit the paper, on the adoption papers, Pamela was truly alone. She was offered no legal counsel at all. She was offered no psychological counseling at all. The powers that be assured Pamela that she was doing the right thing. That giving up her baby daughter was for the best for her little daughter.

In a room, the size of a closet, Pamela signed the adoption papers. Then, in a matter of seconds, her precious baby was whisked away from her, never to be seen by Pamela ever again.

The biological father of Pamela’s beloved baby girl was

a 24 year old Vietnam Veteran, whom Pamela had fallen deeply in love with. Dreams of marriage, a cottage, a white picket fence, were shattered, when the love of Pamela’s life, left her and shirked his responsibilities to help Pamela raise her beloved baby girl. Sadly, Pamela’s boyfriend at the time, suffered from a serious case of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder.

Fast forward to the present time. Pamela simply wants her biological daughter to have the option to have the opportunity to meet her, if she wants. Pamela’s daughter is now 48 years old and would be capable of making that decision on her own. In Pamela’s own words, here is her perspective in a nutshell.

“The whole point is this: I’m not trying to replace the adoption family or win custody. I never wanted to put my daughter through a tug-a-war. I simply would love to know she is well. Importantly, she should have her vital health history. I’ve asked if someone would kindly contact her and let her know our contact information. At the age of 48, she can choose what she wants to do with that information.”

So without further ado, here are the essential clues to the identity of Pamela’s biological daughter, whom Pamela relinquished for adoption back in 1971: Pamela gave birth to her baby girl on January 18th of 1971, at Chilton Hospital in Pompton Plains, New Jersey.

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Family room with floor to ceiling stone surround gas fireplace and vaulted ceiling. Second floor offers 2 BR, 2 BA, and loft room that opens to family room. LL w walkout & separate entrance offers living room with tile surround WBFP, BR, and full bath. This level would be a great in-law suite or recreation room...so many possibilities! New high efficiency HVAC and H2O heater.New Pella Patio doors (4) Newer roof. Exterior painted 2018

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The adoptive father was an accountant. The adoptive mother was a registered nurse. The couple had a six year old son, at the time they adopted Pamela’s baby girl. Sadly, Pamela has not been able to find a court or agency that will attempt to contact the woman who Pamela gave birth to and relinquished for adoption.

The adoption process took place on November 16th of 1971 at the Morris County Courthouse in Morristown, New Jersey. The Adoption Agency, Department of Children and Families, was also located in Morristown. The adoptive couple were both of the Roman Catholic faith.

From all indications, it appears that this couple lived in Morris County in 1971.

Sadly, these are the only clues that Pamela has, in her search to locate her biological daughter. Pamela is now 66 years old. Her biological daughter, whom she gave up for adoption, is now 48 years old. Pamela is more determined than ever to find her daughter. Pamela is emotionally prepared, if her biological daughter does not want to talk to her or see her. But for Pamela, she just longs to know if her daughter is healthy, safe and sound.

If any of these clues ring a bell for you, please do contact Pamela. Her email address is: paross@visuallink.com.

Regardless of how far reaching it may seem, if you know anyone for whom these few clues fit, please do contact Pamela. It would mean so very much to Pamela.

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53 Bowers Drive Allamuchy Twp. List Price: $409,900

www.52Bowersdr.2seeit.com Medford model colonial with 4 bedrooms, 2 and 1/2 baths and a full finished walkout basement. Kitchen with granite counters, white cabinets, hw floors, breakfast bar, SS appliances tile back splash, and a separate eat in area. Main floor and BR’s features HWF. Beautiful crown moldings and rec lights. Dining room with shadow box molding. Family room w marble and wood surround fireplace. MB with walk in closet and vaulted ceilings. Master bath w upgraded vanity, granite counters, soaking tub and separate stall shower. All bedrooms with spacious closets. Guest bathroom with upgraded vanity and granite. All lighting fixtures and hardware have been upgraded. Fin WO basement.

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National Winter Activity Center Announces Rebrand as Winter4Kids

head of the winter season, the National Winter Activity Center is Winter4Kids. Winter4Kids is programs, a facility (National Winter Activity Center) and the most committed and passionate team of individuals. It offers mentoring, meals, equipment and experiential winter learning for school age youth. Still located in Vernon, NJ, The National Winter Activity Center is the nation’s only 501(c)(3) nonprofit winter facility, dedicated to improving the lives of

youth through winter activity. The aim is to leverage the “dark days of winter” and challenge the children to be much more active.

This season Winter4Kids will accommodate almost 3,100 youth.

From new lifts and trails, to an upgraded lodge along with state of the art, fully automated snowmaking, Winter4Kids welcomes a host of new upgrades. With the addition of a Nordic Center in 2019 and a 27,700 square foot lodge addition complete

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with full kitchens, expanded equipment rooms and a cafeteria coming online during the summer of 2020, the program and venue will be poised to accommodate 10,000 kids annually by 2023.

“The goal for the National Winter Activity Center has always been to increase access to incremental, life changing, winter activity in children across the country.

Through Winter4Kids, our original vision remains the same as aspects of the vision have been amplified,” said Schone Malliet, Founder and CEO of Winter4Kids. “At our core, winter activities are a means to end for the kids, and our programs makes unimaginable dreams inevitable opportunities.”

Winter4Kids program school age youth receive experiential learning, life changing values from coaching mentors and are provided with the appropriate equipment, clothing and healthy meals over the course of six sessions.

Winter4Kids Progress • Nordic Center – Fully deployed this year, the Nordic Center features a 1.5KM loop with snowmaking and lights, supported by a new lodge with eating, equipment and storage areas. In conjunction with the Norwegian Ski Federation and Winter4Kids

board member, Helen Ingebretsen, a “ski play” component has been developed for fun freestyle runs.

• Winter Activity Club – Participating in programs will cultivate young enthusiasts who return year over year, have a love for the outdoors, and a desire to sustain their progress. An annual trip with parents and guardians is planned.

• Team Winter4Kids - This program molds young athletes by supporting events and activities that are recreational, organized (US Ski and Snowboard), and interscholastic (NJISRA and USCSA). The development of the competition facilities supports high level Alpine and Nordic events as well. This year, we will host a NOR AM Cup Parallel Slalom event, as well as Regional FIS competitions with US Ski & Snowboard.

“We’re being very intentional about being a resource for the winter sports community,” said Malliet. “Embracing a love for the outdoors, while acquiring skills, our participants look forward to new opportunities for their lives. Improving health, better attendance in school and the joy of new perspectives creates inflection points for these kids.

We make a difference!”

For more information about Winter4Kids, please visit www.winter4kids.org.

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HACKETTSTOWN OFFICE Office: 908-852-1333 1585 Rt 517 (Panther Valley Mall) Hackettstown, NJ 07840

Allamuchy Twp.

$245,000

Immaculate end unit in Panther Valley. Recently updated with new kit., floors, baths, spacious and airy unit. Featuring 2 spacious BR’s, 2.5 baths.

Fin. basement is a great family room or can be an additional space for a guest room. Enjoy the walk out basement to the spacious open area that is perfect for a picnic.

End unit is right across the street from the pool.

Close to Rt 80 or the park and ride, is perfect for commuters. Minutes from shopping, recreation and 20 minutes to Delaware Water Gap recreational area, this home is perfect for work and play.

Allamuchy Twp.

$459,000

Renovated colonial on corner lot. Great room sizes throughout, including huge Msuite w/vaulted ceiling.

Loc. 5 mins to I80 and 46. 1st floor offers all H/W floors, family room with tray ceiling and pellet stove, slider to deck. Kit. w/soft cream cabinetry, SS appls, expansive granite counters, glass tile back splash, large c/i, slider to deck. Large LR, DR with access to a side porch. In addition to the large multi-level deck, patio and a fire pit area with built-in seating. 4 beds and 2 fully renovated baths on the 2nd floor. Media and exercise rooms on lower level.

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Belvidere Twp.

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$72,500

New roof, the deck has been freshly painted, and the house has been completely power washed. Inside there are new windows in the dining and living room area. Also new are the refrigerator, water heater, dryer, skylight and storm door. There are 2 bathrooms with newer toilets. This home offers an open floor plan with new floors in the kitchen, dining and living room area.

The utility room, complete with washer and dryer, has a door that leads to the back deck. The monthly ground lease includes sewer, water, taxes, lawn, garbage as well as the pool and clubhouse.

Belvidere Twp.

Amazing 1900’s Colonial! Completely updated in 2019. This bright and open home features a large LR. Spacious new kit. with granite and upgraded cabinets and new stainless appl. DR and hardwood floors throughout. Finish out the first floor with the laundry, bedroom/office and full bath. 2nd floor: 3BR’s including master and one bath. Master has X foot long walk in closet w/addl area that can be used for storage or as office area. Renovation of home included new, siding, windows, garage doors, gutter walkways, insulation, elec., plumbing, heating and A/C (2 Zone), trim and doors, Kit., 2 baths, granite, tile & appliances.

William “Bill” Cogan

Nicola “Nicki” Cuminskey

Linda Simpson

William “Bill” Cogan

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201-317-4252

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Blairstown Twp.

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$624,000

Completely renovated. 4BR home features 2 MSuites on Main floor, all new hardwood flooring throughout the main floor, updated kit. w/granite counters, s/s appls & wine refrig. LR & DR separated by fplc w/wb insert. Sliding glass doors to patio, IG pool & covered outdoor kit, 2nd floor: 2 20x12 BRs, full bath, sitting area, and office,new spiral staircase. 20x15 FR w/built in media area. Part. fin. bsmt w/bar, fplc w/gas insert.

The property back to Yards Creek.

Frelinghuysen Twp.

Linda Simpson

973-270-8030

973-903-4861

Realtor/Sales Associate

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$300,000

3/4 acre of open land. Cape Cod build by the current owners, maintained and updated. 2BR’s, full bath on each level. 4 season room was added off kit. overlooking the rear deck and backyard. Full walkout bsmt. Dead end with very few homes past it. Short walk to Willow Grove School and the hospital. City water and sewer. Newer appliances and updated energy efficient windows. Loads of storage.

Hackettstown

Gina DiMaio

908-343-5328

201-787-2060

Realtor/Sales Associate

Frelinghuysen Twp.

$434,900

Realtor/Sales Associate

$529,000

Owner is in the process of updating granite counters and back splash in kit. and some amenities in baths.

3000+ sqft Hallmark Home nestled on 16 private acres. Deck via access thru the kit. & fFR, 3 stall horse barn connects to multiple meadows. 4BR’s & 21/2 baths, FR w/wood fplc, wet bar, FDR & FLR, office w/built-ins. Unfin. bonus room above 3 car gar. has many possibilites. Home heated, cooled by Geo-Thermal and wired for a generator. Unfin. walkout bsmt.

Greenwich Twp.

$389,500

Impressive brick front Colonial home loc. on short culde-sac. Open floor plan w/hardwood flooring, marble fplc, sunroom, large level backyard & much more!!

Newly updated kit. w/CI, spacious FDR, FLR, sunroom overlooks backyard. First floor also features office or 5th BR. 2nd level: 4BR’s, MBR w/walk-in closet and master bath with stall shower and large tub. This home is set on a premium lot at the end of the street with plenty of space between you and the neighbors.

Carl Selitto

Christopher “John” Kruk

908-752-1450

908-343-5328

Realtor/Sales Associate

Custom Country Colonial, 5BR’s, 21/2 bath, country kit. w/sep. eating area, patio doors to private deck, FR w/ arge Winds, gas fplc., 2 car garage, mud room. 1st also offers FDR, den w/wd burning stove w/French door to porch & powder room. 2nd floor: 5BR’s w/ large closets, MBR w/full bath, jetted tub, walk in close, hardwood floors, basement offers room to expand, ruff plumbing for future full bathroom - 81/2 ceiling All the comforts of town but a country setting.

Christopher “John” Kruk Broker/Sales Associate

$369,000

Original owner. Custom home snuggled on almost 3 acres. 33 x 20 game room complete with bar, perfect for entertaining! 4BR’s, can convert office to 5th.

Fin. bsmt. Not only can you sit out in the screened in porch, but you can enjoy the patio and deck as well.

Trees for privacy, a beautifully kept lawn and koi pond.

Some of the most recent improvements are central air, hot water solar panels, furnace, water tank & new roof.

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Christy Doyle

Hackettstown

Realtor/Sales Associate

$269,900

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12 acre property w/private access to state park and views of the Water Gap. Main floor features spacious rooms, hardwood floors, laundry area, gas fplc, large DR & LR. Upstairs: 4BR’s, lg. MBR w/two walkin closets, 24x30 bonus room. Large bsmt. w/10 foot ceilings, wood/coal stove, second laundry area. Outdoor wood boiler can heat the home for an entire season, generator can power the house indefinitely. Insulated Morton style barn w/expanse of 55x30 with 100 amp electric, water line, concrete floor. Septic, well, radon inspections, remediation work is all complete.

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Local Dentist, Dr. Ira Goldberg, Spends Weekend Teaching Implant Procedures

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r. Ira Goldberg, a leading local authority on dental implants, spent time at the end of September training dentists who were seeking to expand their dental implant knowledge and skills. As a respected educator, its not uncommon for Dr. Goldberg to share his knowledge and expertise with others.

As part of the faculty of MaxiCourses, Dr. Goldberg states, “It always an honor to work with dentists who want to further their talents with dental implants. These doctors are spending time away from their families and own offices to learn skills that will make them better dentists for the benefit of their patients.”

A MaxiCourse is a 10-month in-depth program dentists participate in when they wish to expand their knowledge regarding dental implants. There are programs worldwide, and are sponsored by the AAID, which stands for the American Academy of Implant Dentistry. Dr. Goldberg is actually a past officer of the AAID on a District Level, where his current title is Immediate Past President.

“Dental implants have revolutionized patients’ options,” says Dr. Goldberg. “Instead of removable dentures and aggressive bridgework being only options, we are able to offer other services retained by implants. Whether a person needs a single tooth or a full jaw replacement, its amazing what we can now offer.”

When asked about his role as an educator to other dentists, Dr. Goldberg thoughtfully stated, “I’ve always heard that when you’re passionate about something, it shows.

I’ve been providing implant services for over 24 years, and I’m always excited about it. I guess that’s why other doc-

tors and dental professionals ask me for my thoughts, help, and guidance. Its quite an honor; I love to share.”

Dr. Goldberg holds many honors in the field of implant dentistry. He is a Diplomate of the American Board of Oral Implantology / Implant Dentistry, and a Fellow of the American Academy of Implant Dentistry, just to name a couple.

Regarding his Diplomate status, there are only several hundred dentists world-wide that hold this distinction. It is an

extremely grueling examination process.

Dr. Ira Goldberg is the owner of Morris County Dental Associates in Succasunna. He performs all phases of implant dentistry, and rarely are referrals required. For a free consultation, including a free 3-D scan (if necessary), please call his office at 973-328-1225 or visit his website at www.

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Sudden Rapid Heartbeat

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Revealing a lesser-known heart disorder and what to do about it

feeling of dread washed over Donnette Smith after she felt her chest jolt. “Please, God. Not here, not now,” she thought. In the middle of her church choir performance, her heart started racing uncontrollably. High off the ground, she fought off feeling faint while perched in the middle of the third row of bleachers. “There’s no way down,” she thought. “I can’t ask the whole row to get off because there are thousands of people out there listening.”

Maintaining her wits, she signaled for a stagehand to grab a ladder so she could crawl off the back as the lights dimmed.

Once on solid ground, her family rushed her to the hospital.

This was just one of many rapid heartbeat episodes Smith has experienced. She has a lesser-known, but common, heart disorder called paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardia (PSVT). Nearly two million Americans live with this alarming arrhythmia that can spike heart rate unexpectantly and suddenly from a normal 60-80 beats per minute (bpm) to more than 250. In addition to the trademark rapid pulse that can last from minutes to hours, symptoms may include dizziness, fainting, sweating, chest pain or pressure, or being out of breath.

“For a time, it truly dominated my life,” Smith said. “I lived in constant fear that I would faint from having an episode while driving my grandchildren. I put off travel and stayed close to home. I didn’t want to be in a strange city and go to a new hospital and explain my condition. Some episodes would happen at 2 a.m. and my husband, my rock, would drive me to the hospital. Of course, that throws off both our next days, leaving us walking around like sleep-deprived zombies.”

The suddenness of PSVT makes it difficult to diagnose.

Doctors need to “catch” an episode, or see the unusual heartbeat, on an electrocardiogram (ECG or EKG) or Holter monitor before they can make a definitive diagnosis. With PSVT episodes being sporadic, occurring randomly and sometimes mere minutes in length, this can be hard. On average, diagnosis can take three years or longer and may be fraught with misdiagnoses.

For Smith, it was nearly 10 years before she had answers.

PSVT’s symptoms may masquerade as anxiety or panic attacks. Smith was first prescribed an anti-anxiety medication.

While seeking out a diagnosis, patients like her are often left

thinking it may be all in their heads and wondering if they’re going crazy. They understandably struggle with how to convey this seemingly invisible illness to friends, family, coworkers and their doctors.

“The uncertainty of living with PSVT is equally challenging, if not more so, than the physical symptoms,” said Dr. Kathryn Wood, associate professor at Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing Emory University, who has published research on the emotional toll of PSVT, on women in particular, in the “European Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing.” “It looms over you, affecting self-esteem and causing you to avoid daily activities such as driving, work and time with family and friends.”

Thanks to lessons from her own journey, Smith has devoted her life to empowering those living with PSVT, and those living with other heart conditions, to live fully and unafraid. She serves as the president of Mended Hearts, a national nonprofit organization that provides peer-to-peer support for heart disease patients, their families and caregivers. Smith’s advice for outsmarting PSVT hinges on three key actions.

1. Educate Yourself. If you have or suspect you have PSVT, OutsmartPSVT.com is the only online educational website designed to help actively manage the condition. It debunks myths, addresses frequently asked questions and provides useful tips.

2. Speak Up for Yourself. Track your symptoms to inform talks with your doctor. The PSVTPlace.com website is an online patient registry that can help. Increasingly, wearable watches and technology are entering the market that may be able to capture an abnormal heart rhythm to show your doctor. Persist in getting an accurate diagnosis. It may be that you need to seek out a hospital or cardiac treatment center with cardiologists on staff who have experience treating people with PSVT. Be vocal in seeking referrals or second opinions.

3. Call on Your Support System. Whether it be an advocacy group, support group or friends and family, rely on those close to you. Communicate openly about your condition, including what signs to be on the lookout for and how they can best help you. On multiple occasions, Smith’s coworkers were there for her when she had episodes at work. They were

armed with her medication history and current treatment plan to have conversations with doctors on her behalf.

“The difference is night and day when you resolve to take control of your health,” Smith said.

What Smith has learned about PSVT has also helped her family members. Her daughter, Dana, began experiencing symptoms of PSVT at age 16. Having overcome PSVT firsthand, Smith was able to offer advice to her daughter, who was accurately and quickly diagnosed – a rarity for those living with PSVT. Dana underwent an ablation at 19 years old, a surgical procedure that works by scarring or destroying tissue in your heart that triggers an abnormal heart rhythm. Dana has not had an episode since. Smith’s treatment path was less direct – her first ablation was unsuccessful, but watching her daughter no longer dread the next episode after having a successful procedure gave her courage to undergo a second ablation, which worked.

There is currently no at-home treatment for PSVT, although there is a growing collection of resources, basic techniques and support groups that can help people manage the condition.

“If the resources we have now were around when I was first experiencing symptoms, I could have saved years of living in uncertainty,” Smith said. “I hope to motivate others to never give up in seeking the support they need to get a swift, accurate diagnosis. Having PSVT doesn’t need to define you.

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I Remember Dad:

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A Thanksgiving Story

By Richard Mabey Jr. n early November of 1945, my Dad came home from the war. It was a wonderful, joyous time for my Dad. My Dad served in the Seventh Army Air Corps at Hickam Air Field during the Second World War. Hickam Field is adjacent to Pearl Harbor. One portion of the base’s border actually touches the border line of Pearl Harbor.

Dad was sent, with hundreds of other men, to help clean up the terrible damage that had desecrated Pearl Harbor and Hickam Air Field. Even to just days before Dad went Home to be with the Lord, he could hardly even talk about the devastation and destruction that the Japanese attack had left.

Dad worked on some of the greatest planes of World War II. Among them were the infamous single seater fighter plane, the P-51 Mustang. And, also the B-25 Mitchell bomber plane. Dad learned to become a good airplane mechanic during his time of service at Hickam Air Field.

Japan surrendered in early September of 1945 and in early November 1945, Dad returned home to his Mom and Dad and brothers and sister, in their humble home at the end of Mabey Lane in Old Lincoln Park. This was the very home that my Dad was born in. The very home that my Grandpa Mabey built, when he was a young man.

I think that the Thanksgiving of 1945 was very special and very dear to my father’s heart. He spoke of it often, over the years. Things were different then. Old Lincoln Park was a rural farming community, filled with open fields, farms and wooded lands. There were no big supermarkets around then. In fact, Dad often talked how Grandma Mabey would buy her groceries from Mr. Wolfson, who went from house to house with his panel truck, selling groceries.

The Thanksgiving of 1945, is the very time when my Dad and his brother, Edward, went hunting for a turkey in the woods behind their home. Grandma often told me how they came home with a turkey, both of her sons taking credit for having been the better aim. It was always a friendly, good-willed debate between the two brothers that extended throughout both of their lives.

The Thanksgiving of 1945, is also the time when Dad began setting up his elaborate train village. There was a little hall area, just outside of Dad’s bedroom. It was there that Dad built a long wooden table, upon which to set up his imaginative train tracks, filled with homes and stores along the tracks.

It was also the era in which my Dad got his first real, full time job as a truck driver for Moon Carrier, located in Paterson, New Jersey. After a few years of working for that company, Dad and his brother Edward started their own business, Mabey Trucking and Rigging. They rented a small trucking terminal in Paterson. The company flourished for many years.

Whenever my Dad spoke of the Thanksgiving of 1945, he would have a twinkle in his eye and a bit of a smile on his face. I regret that I never videotaped some of my father’s recollections and stories of life “right after the war.”

It was a phrase that Dad often used. It was a marker of sorts. There was the time “before the war,” and the time “after the war.” I think it marked, for my father, his days of boyhood and then his days when he became a man. World War II was a mark of manhood for my Dad.

Dad and his Mom, Bertha Mabey, in their backyard at the end of Mabey Lane. This picture was taken in the Spring of 1946.

Dad standing next to the wing of a B-25 Mitchell bomber plane.

I loved my Dad with all my heart. My Dad went Home to be with the Lord in May of 2006. I still deeply mourn his passing. There were so many stories that Dad would tell about his time at Hickam Air Field and about his return home to peace time, when the war ended. I think that the Thanksgiving of 1945 was one of the most special thanksgivings in my father’s life.

Dad loved the old Mabey Estate. So much so that when his grandmother, Dora Mabey, passed away in 1959, Dad bought the old Mabey Homestead. It still stands on the corner of Route 202 and Mabey Lane, a testament to the carpentry skills of my great grandfather, William Mabey.

This was the very home where Mom and Dad raised my

sister, Patricia, and I. My Dad was a dedicated Scoutmaster of Boy Scout Troop 170 of Saint Andrew’s Episcopal Church. Dad served as Scoutmaster from 1965 till 1993. Dad loved scouting.

He had a deep conviction that it was a good and worthy thing for a boy to be a scout and learn self reliance, morals and how to use a compass.

I can still hear the echo of my late Uncle Ed, “I know you took the first shot at that turkey, Dick. But, I’m telling you brother, it was my shot that got that old Tom Turkey.”

I’d give an eyetooth to hear that brotherly debate, just one more time.

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Car Enthusiasts Raise Money for a Comrade

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By Elsie Walker n late August, Chris Schmidt of Roxbury was riding his motorcycle when a car came into his lane and clipped him.

Schmidt kept control of the motorcycle, but his foot was severely injured; it had to be amputated. A Roxbury Township employee for five years, as a result of the accident, Schmidt couldn’t work. Schmidt has been working to overcome what’s happened to him. Meanwhile, those who know Schmidt and his family have rallied to help them make up for the wages lost while being unable to work, plus to help with the costs for modifying his home to be wheelchair accessible. Ed Barricella, of Hopatcong, a friend and president of Cops N Rodders of North Jersey shared that some of Schmidt’s fellow Roxbury employees had given him some of their paid vacation time. A go-fund-me page was setup at www.gofundme.com/f/ caring-for-the-schmidts. Also, Schmidt was given support by a special community of friends. Schmidt with his wife, Kari, run SC3 Entertainment. Schmidt is well-known for doing the DJ duties at many area car shows and events. In late September, the Cops and Rodders car club held a fundraiser night for Schmidt that brought in $10,000 in donations to the go-fund-me page plus

between $500 - $700 more.

Cops N Rodders has been around for 20 years. Originally, its members were from the military, state police, firefighters, etc. and not only liked cars, but most of them had hot rods. That’s how it got its name.

Today, the club includes not only those from its original member base, but also regular car enthusiasts. Schmidt has not only been its DJ for six years, but also a member. Although he does not own a classic car, Schmidt has an interest in trucks.

Thursdays are usually the club’s cruise night at Wendy’s-Lowes parking lot in Hackettstown. However, one late September night Schmidt was the thought on everyone’s mind. Barricella noted that an announcement was put on Facebook that the night would be to raise money for Schmidt and invited other car clubs to come. That night about 200 cars were on display and not only members of Cops and Rodders, but those from the North Jersey Street Rodders Association and the Wanderers Car Club were on hand. Hundreds of people, car owners and spectators, came. Barricella called the night, “amazing” and said, “there were people who rode motorcycles who just came out there to support him (Schmidt).”

The Cops and Rodders usually holds a 50/50 for the local organization, “Smiles For Margaret”, which helps parents of children with cancer. However, that night, the director of that organization asked that all proceeds go to Schmidt.

The event included music with DJ Matt from Monteray Entertainment taking on the DJ duties that night.

However, in early October, Schmidt was

back to doing his DJ duties. Working from a trailer, one of Schmidt’s first appearances was at the Rodfather car show in Newton.

He was warmly welcomed and shared, for those who didn’t know, what happened to him. Wanting to see other people spared from what happened to him when a car suddenly came into his lane, he stressed the message of keeping one’s eyes on the road and not the phone.

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Mt. Olive Couple Hosts Annual Thanksgiving Dinner at Senior Center

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By Michele DiPasquale his year, Thanksgiving Day is November 28, and for many, it is a time to gather with our friends and family to give thanks for all that is good in our lives.

Regrettably, there are those without family or friends with whom to celebrate this uniquely American holiday of gratitude, so for the fourth year in a row, Mary Lalama and her husband, Township Council President Joe Nicastro, both publishers and owners of New View Media Group - a network of local newspapers mailed to over 130,000 homes and businesses in Morris County - are hosting their Thanksgiving for all at the Mt. Olive Senior Center from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

The feast will be a full Thanksgiving seated dinner, beginning with appetizers and antipasti, salad and pasta, continuing on to turkey, stuffing, mashed and sweet potatoes, assorted vegetables, and finishing with an assortment of pies for dessert. Goody bags of the day’s menu are also given to everyone to take home to enjoy as leftovers.

Branda’s Italian Grill in Budd Lake, LongHorn Steakhouse in Flanders, Philly Pretzel Factory in Hackettstown, and corporate caterer Victoria Scherrer Onder are among the generous donators of the Thanksgiving

banquet. Last year, table centerpieces were created by local Girls Scouts.

When asked what prompted Lalama and Nicastro to open their hearts and offer Thanksgiving dinner to anyone who may have nowhere to go for the day, Lalama answered directly from her heart.

“My family and I were sitting around on Thanksgiving four years ago and I said ‘Look at all this food we have. We are truly blessed and fortunate, and we need to think of a way to give back.’ So I said next year we’re going to host a traditional Thanksgiving dinner for anyone who is less fortunate or anyone who will be spending the day alone.”

Forging ahead further and embracing what Thanksgiving truly is all about, Lalama and Nicastro even provide transportation for those who otherwise may not be able to join them for dinner. About 50 people have joined them so far, while some folks get their dinner delivered to their homes, as they may be unable to physically leave them.

“The dinner is for anyone - single or a family - who may be less fortunate or who just are alone for the holiday. We hate to see people spend the holidays without family or friends, so we offer them a place to come and enjoy the company of others,” Lalama

said.

And though a buffet-style dinner would be easier, Lalama insists on a fully-seated dinner, in which her children and other volunteers serve everything.

“We want everyone to feel like they are at a restaurant for the holiday,” she said.

“I love the fact that we can help people come together and provide them with good food, good conversation, and good compa-

ny. We get a lot of elderly people that just want someone to be with and know that someone cares about them. I love the look on their faces when they interact with each other and the volunteers,” Lalama said.

Lalama said people are welcome to attend without reservations but are asked to sign up in advance by calling her at 973-7681815 or emailing her at mary.lalama@gmail. com.

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Growing Stage’s Palace Theater Celebrates 100th Birthday

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By Jane Primerano t’s an iconic building on Ledgewood Road in Netcong, backing up to Lake Musconetcong.

Officially named The Historic Palace Theatre, it has been home to The Growing Stage since 1995, but it is celebrating its 100th birthday this November.

The Growing Stage was the brainchild of Stephen Fredericks, who is still executive director, when he first graduated from Arizona State University. His theater major included a specialization in theater for young audiences. He started it in an old school in Chester Borough. The borough wanted to sell the school after The Growing Stage had been there 13 years, but Fredericks thought it was too big a risk to buy that building and went looking elsewhere.

When he found the Palace it was on the “let it burn” list of the local fire department. The Growing Stage bought it one day before it went to sheriff’s sale, for $100,000. Now it’s on the National, New Jersey and Morris County registers of historic places.

It was a fire trap, he admitted. “There

was trash from backstage to the front door.”

Trash and treasures, it turns out. Under a pile of mattresses, they found an old pump organ. It’s now on the balcony, in need of repair but potentially useable.

The fly building over the stage had no roof, but Ronetco Supermarkets came to the rescue with a $45,000 grant, the first of several. “The Romanos are pivotal to the Growing Stage,” Fredericks said.

Fredericks wasn’t an expert in local history but he found someone to research and found the theater was full of history.

While most people who remember The Palace call it “the dirty movie theater in Netcong,” XXX movies were only shown for a short time. “They’d be R-rated today,” Fredericks said.

The building was actually constructed in 1919 by three local businessmen who were unhappy that none of the local schools had a place for graduations or school plays. It started as a community arts center, then ran silent movies and served as a vaudeville house.

Before the present time, The Palace’s finest hours were during the 1930s when

Palace Theatre circa 1938, after addition of the marquee. (Everybody Sing is a 1938 movie starring Judy Garland). Photo Courtesy of Lake Hopatcong Historical Museum

Broadway and film actress Pauline Frederick who summered at Lake Hopatcong, pulled together a group of actors and actresses who also escaped New York City’s summers and created the Hopatcong Broadway Players. They used it to try out

new material.

After its movie theater days, the building was used by a moving and storage company, which accounts for some of the detritus left inside. Cluttered and decrepit continued on page 35

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Growing Stage’s Palace... continued from page 34 as it was, it was salvageable.

Part of The Palace’s history is that it is one of the first five buildings of poured concrete construction because of the steel shortage after World War I. Local lore had it that the workmen were given a fifth of whiskey at the end of each day. Fredericks was skeptical until they found empty fifths behind wood panels.

The staff and board of The Growing Stage has raised more than $3 million for the reconstruction. “With in-kind donations and volunteers, it was probably closer to $10 million to restore.”

Much of the money came from the Morris County Historic Preservation Trust Fund’s grants. Volunteers came from parents of the children who had been involved in Chester and new friends the group made in the Netcong area.

Fredericks said The Growing Stage is fortunate the theatre wasn’t split in two like The Strand in Hackettstown or the Washington Theatre. That would have made restoration more complicated.

There is still more the staff wants to do.

They are researching a fly system now, so

they can store scenery above the stage, according to Danny Campos, audience development director.

The Growing Stage is known as The Children’s Theatre of New Jersey. Fredericks puts on productions of familiar tales, often with a twist, and some less familiar stories. Children’s theater classes and camps are also offered and the Stage has offered special programs, such as dance troupes.

They offer Broadway master classes, play readings and have partnered with the Lake Hopatcong Historical Museum to present programs. One was a film series, another a one-woman show of “Lotta Crabtree.”

Campos said they will continue to partner with the museum.

Meanwhile, Growing Stage board member Laurie Kane is creating an exhibit space on the balcony. The old lighting control board is on a wall with photographs and newspaper clippings, plus a painting of the Palace by Hackettstown folk artist Ann Reeves.

“We are process oriented,” Fredericks said, noting that most of the children involved in The Growing Stage won’t become theater professionals. “We want

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Hackettstown Mayor to Receive Award

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By Ericca Farrington ayor Maria DiGiovanni of Hackettstown is one of five recipients of the 2019 Outstanding Women in Municipal Government Award. Committeeman James J. Perry, who serves on the New Jersey State League of Municipalities as 1st Vice President, nominated her for the award.

According to the New Jersey State League of Municipalities website, “In 2003, the New Jersey League of Municipalities, in conjunction with the New Jersey State League of Municipalities Women in Municipal Government Committee, created an annual award “The Outstanding Women in Government Award” recognizing contributions and dedicated service toward the advancement of women in government.”

When asked about receiving the award, DiGiovanni said, “Its just great that the League reaches out and finds women…that want to do something for their towns and to elevate in leadership roles in the municipal government.”

DiGiovanni served on the Hackettstown

Town Council for two terms. She decided to run in the mayoral race when former mayor Michael Lavery had announced that he was no longer going to run. “I thought that I had something to offer more than the council…I really love being in a leadership role,” she says. “I had a vision for Hackettstown and I really wanted to see that play through.”

Since taking office, DiGiovanni has worked hard to make her vision for the town become a reality. She wanted to improve relationships. One was work with Mars Wrigley North America so that they were involved with Hackettstown in a more visible way. “They’ve always worked behind the scenes and donated and supported us, but we wanted to do things that we’re proud to have them in our town.”

That pride has become visible in street signs and welcome signs that showcase the company’s involvement with the town, along with renaming a portion of the street that the company resides on. Hackettstown has also bettered their relationship with Centenary University. “They’re right in the

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In addition, revitalizing the downtown was involved in DiGiovanni’s vision. Businesses that were once taking a downturn after a dip in the economy are now thriving thanks to Hackettstown’s Business Improvement District. “We’ve become a restaurant mecca and we have microbrews.”

In lieu of having her visions become realities, the Hackettstown Mayor is also proud that the town paid off their debts in 2017 to a zero balance. “We remain a debt free town. Anything that we need in terms of capital improvements or equipment we fund out of our own capital improvement fund.”

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The Budd Lake Diner: Thirty-Three Years Strong and Built on Family and Hard Work

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by Melissa Begley n the first Springish day in what seems like forever, the Budd Lake Diner is buzzing with an inordinate amount of people for a Wednesday afternoon. Upon my arrival, I walk past a woman scurrying about outside moving some eye catching hanging plants from place to place. I soon learn this is Fotini Jelis, known fondly as Faye to patrons and employees alike, and to say she wears many hats is quite the understatement. In our brief half hour conversation, she is interrupted by various employees, as well as the soda guy, the coffee guy, someone looking for a job application, and someone else looking for a signature. There are also customers who swing by the table where we talk with various updates about injuries, vacations, and simply to check in.

Faye owns the diner with her husband of thirty-nine years, Valos, who goes by

Bill. The other owners are Faye’s sister and her husband. Those are Agoritsa (Rita) and John Balaskonis.

They are married for forty one years.

The two sisters live around the block from one another. Each of the sisters has two children and two grandchildren.

You hear about family businesses, but you won’t get more family than the Budd Lake Diner. September 10th, will marked thirty-three years in business. In a world where new is always better, and everything is disposable, it’s amazing that the diner has been able to sustain itself for so very long.

Faye and Rita moved to this country from Greece. Their mother was already here with her brother. Faye’s father and four daughters came in 1975. They went to Detroit, Michigan where their uncle had a restaurant. Faye’s aunt taught her everything “and thank God she did.” It be-

came how they made their life.

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The Budd Lake Diner... continued from page 37 friends’ dreams came true and the two couples were married They worked in both the Lyndhurst Diner and the Meadowlands Diner before purchasing the Budd Lake Diner. They bought it from a man who had built it four and a half years earlier. When he retired, the two couples saw an opportunity and they took it.

I ask Faye about a typical day. Faye speaks matter of factly about her husband, Bill. “Bill’s day starts at 5 am. He goes to work and starts to cook roasts, soups, gravies, and vegetables. Everything is fresh daily. If Bill won’t eat it, he won’t serve it.” He leaves at twelve or one and comes back at about 4:30 to do the sautees and dinners. John gets involved in the cooking too. Faye comes in a little later, and handles all the people who come in to provide various services to the diner. She makes trips to the bank, pays the bills, goes for flowers, handles insurance, and various other daily tasks that need attending. Faye is who you call at midnight when the credit

card machine won’t work.

Rita comes in the afternoon. She cooks cheesecakes, fruit pies, muffins, pot pie dough, and rice pudding. Many of these treats offer gluten free and sugar free options. Rita is also the hostess at night. I grow tired just listening to all that needs to be done on a regular day.

I ask about Bill and Faye’s children and wonder if hey will join the family business.

The second generation has no interest in the diner and their parents are understanding and supportive of their choice.

They dissuaded them from this life.

Faye says, “I told my kids: ‘Go to school.

You can’t have the life we had. We understand. We did not know anything else. We did not know a trade. We were willing to work. You want to have a family life? You have to go to school. You want to be off on the weekends? That’s ok. We understand.

We always worked since we were little. We work now. It doesn’t matter with us.’”

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continued from page 38 (one with a PhD) who went through the school system at Mount Olive and now work at Picatinny. They are fourteen months apart and best friends. “I wouldn’t want them in here. It’s very stressful, ” Faye laments. Each son has two children.

John and Rita have two daughters. One is a pharmaceutical inspector and the other is home expecting her third child.

Faye speaks comfortably about her team at the diner. There are approximately ten full time waitresses and many more part timers. Bill and John do most of the cooking, and there are about six short order cooks as well. “We’re like a family here. We are not fast food. We are not a chain restaurant. I’m not the boss. We’re not better than anyone. We are all the same. We are all co workers. We are proud of what we do here.”

I am in awe of the work ethic and the family aspect, but Faye is so matter of fact.

“We’re average people. We are clean cut and church going people.” They don’t al-

low nonsense in the diner. “I call nonsense drugs and alcohol.” They haven’t had many problems from patrons or customers, but taught her children at a young age that nonsense will not be tolerated.

They work closely with their church, Saint Andrew in Randolph, as well as with St. Jude here in town. The diner is often busiest when mass lets out. About the two churches, Faye says, “We take care of them. They take care of us. They don’t want us ever to retire!” Faye laughs easily and jovially. When I try to get her to pinpoint the most busy time in the diner, she can’t name just one. “We have awesome dinners…breakfast is always busy….lunch was so busy yesterday and it was only Tuesday! Nighttime is busy…..You never know.”

Working so closely with your family may not be everyone, but Faye speaks so highly of her husband. She speaks of a time when they would go to Greece every other summer “so our kids could know where we continued on page 40

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The Budd Lake Diner... continued from page 39 came from, know the culture, know where some of the homes and property” that they own are located. Now, they can’t get away. The diner keeps them too busy. Faye speaks about how on these trips, her husband would read a book a day. “He came to this country number one in his class. He traveled the world before he jumped ship in Jersey City and became legal thirty eight years ago. He is not just a chef. He is very knowledgeable about politics, world history, dates, and wars.”

Faye knows ninety to ninety-five percent of her customers. They come back because, “They know it’s good. They say it’s tasty. Of course it’s tasty! Everything is fresh. Homemade. The turkey, the chicken …nothing is out of a can. Well, just tomato paste, tomatoe puree and apple sauce.”

And she laughs again loudly and at home with her customers. “Everything is made to order. It’s like a little factory.”

I could’ve stayed all day. I’m fascinated by people who succeed in life by persevering and putting family about all. During our talk, Faye sent her young hostess off to school for the afternoon, and now Faye will be taking over those duties for the rest of the day. Faye tells me that Raeanna Cope is like a granddaughter to her and their easy banter supports this claim. Now that Raeanna is out the door, a number of people have been trying to catch Faye’s eye, and a few are waiting at the register for her to pay, so I start to pack up my belongings and make noises about leaving.

She says she will go get a piece of cheesecake for me to take home. Faye returns with enough to feed eight tables worth of customers. With summer approaching and a winter’s worth of weight on my waist, I tell myself I’ll just have a bite, but one taste makes me a liar. I devour entirely too much upon my arrival home. It was

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Raritan Headwaters Association Celebrates 60 Years of Guarding Our Waterways

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By Henry M. Holden he Raritan Headwaters Association [RHA] was formed in a 2011 merger of two successful nonprofit conservation groups, the Upper Raritan Watershed Association [URWA] and the South Branch Watershed Association [SBWA], both founded in 1959, to engage New Jersey residents in safeguarding water sources.

Then, there were few laws to protect clean water and air. The first Earth Day and the Federal Clean Water Act were more than a decade away, and the Clean Air Act was several years in the future.

Today, the RHA currently owns 10 preserves and natural areas totaling about 415 acres. It is known as a state leader in environmental education and outreach, and for their work in water quality monitoring, ecological research, habitat restoration, land preservation and active volunteer stewardship.

A watershed is the area of land that drains into a body of water such as a river, lake, stream or bay. The 470-square-mile watershed region is a part of the Raritan River Basin which drains into the Raritan Bay, and eventually the Atlantic Ocean.

The watershed is geographically defined by the ridges and valleys of the upper Raritan watershed which is in three counties, Hunterdon, Morris and Somerset.

“There are no political boundaries for a watershed,” said Cindy Ehrenclou, executive director of the RHA. “We are partially in 38 municipalities. We’re

about what is in streams and groundwater in the underground aquifers which is a source of drinking water. Eighty-percent of the people in our region get their drinking water from private wells. If we want to know about the health of our watershed, we hold community well-testing events. We partner with municipalities such as Randolph, Chester, or Bedminster, for example. We sell water test kits (at a nominal fee) two weeks every year and people go to their Townhall and pick up their well test kits.”

“We collect them and get everything sampled at a certified lab. The information we collect is private. For us it is a way to accumulate data which will give us the health of the water supply. For the homeowner, it gives them the opportunity to see if their drinking water is safe.

We’re doing the science, collecting the data on the health of the water. For instance, in Redington we discovered a trend for arsenic in the water supply.

People would not normally know that they were being exposed to this dangerous substance. So, we will sit down with them and ask about how old is their well, and how deep is the well?

It’s a little more personal than going to a store and buying a water testing kit.

People should be testing the water on a yearly basis.

If not them, then who?”

Every April, RWA sponsors a massive volunteer cleanup of rivers, streams and waterways in the region. “This year, 1,700 volunteers picked up 18-tons of trash at 46 sites along

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“We picked up everything from tires to shopping carts. All kinds of debris ends up in the streams.

We use the data we collect, and we share it with Bill Kibler, who is our policy director. He goes down to Trenton to make the lawmakers aware of this issue.”

“There is a ‘single-use’ plastic bag Bill still pending in Trenton, so we can provide the science to defend those kinds of policies being established. We can say, ‘in three hours, on April 13, we picked up 18-tons of debris. In that debris were 9,000 plastic bags and 3,000 plastic bottles. These numbers are compelling because we are doing the science. We did a micro plastic study in South Branch, and we found that the micro plastics are making it through the water treatment plants.”

“These plastic bags and bottles overtime break down into smaller and smaller pieces and they are not being treated in treatment plants. They are going right into a drinking water supply, and nobody has a clue as to how dangerous this is.”

Another issue the RHA is dealing with is stormwater runoff. “Contaminated stormwater runoff this past summer is why Lake Hopatcong and Spruce Run, major summer entertainment spots and other lakes were closed,” said Ehrenclou. “They’re dealing with stormwater runoff from fertilizers, from oils in a parking lot and other contaminants.”

“Stormwater runoff is the biggest problem in our waterways today,” Ehrenclou said. “Once you cut down the forest and you pave it over with ballfields, grass and parking lots, it becomes compressed land.

When it rains the water runs off carrying with it any pollutants that are on the ground, such as wildlife droppings, fertilizers, pesticides, herbicides, oil from cars, and pet wastes, and even runoff from septic tanks. It all rushes into the stream because it does not have the trees and vegetation to slow it down and filter it, so, it’s going to end up in the waterways.”

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Raritan Headwaters Association... continued from page 42 you see algae bloom which will make the water warmer and more toxic. Harmful algae blooms occur when there is too much phosphorus introduced into a lake. When this happens, and it’s sunny and hot- photosynthesis occurs and the phosphorus turns into toxic bacteria, (cyanobacteria), a blue-green mix that can cause rashes to flu-like symptoms in humans and, in some cases, death in pets.”

“It’s just not a good situation. Some

people say ‘oh it will fix itself’ but that doesn’t always happen. Sometimes an intervention will help, but other times there is permanent damage to the environment.

Everything you do on land affects the water quality.”

“It all comes from stormwater runoff, and the damage occurs when there is a big development, such as changing a forest into ballfields and parking lots.” For more information see www.raritanheadwaters.org.

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Mount Olive and Hackettstown Middle School Students Collect Supplies for Students in Ghana

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By Steve Sears very spring, Middle School students in Mount Olive and Hackettstown townships collect school supplies and fill large barrels with the supplies to ship to Ghana in West Africa.

This year’s supplies were sent out in four barrels on June 29 and arrived in Ghana in late August.

For Chris Linne, currently a part-time faculty member at the College of Saint Elizabeth in Madison, the program was begun in 2008. “I made my first trip to Ghana as a college professor,” he recalls. “I was supervising a study-abroad trip with seven students.

During that time, I became friends with our tour guide

(Mr. Eric Ofori-Ansah), who was also a teacher/headmaster for the Ghana Education Service. It was through this friendship that I began to organize the collection of needed supplies for his school in this developing West African nation.”

In 2012, the teachers and 8th grade students from the Mount Olive Middle School “Gifted and Talented” program began collecting school supplies towards the end of the school year and, in June, would provide

Linne with the supplies for shipment. A few years later, Hackettstown Middle School also got involved.

“When you’re on the ground, you can see what the need is better than what people can describe to you,” says Linne. “What we found out is that the supplies they are able to attain are inferior compared to what is available here at Walmart and Target.” Among the supplies collected for stu-

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Supplies for Students in Ghana... continued from page 44 dents and teachers are spiral notebooks, pencils, math sets (protractors, compasses, rulers), and chalk.

Ann Greszczak is the teacher in Mount Olive. “The Ghana pencil project started approximately 10 years ago. My daughter had been collecting and sending pencils to India; then I connected with Chris and joined up with his project.” Greszczak

spoke with Gifted and Talented teacher, Becky Hull-Clark, who was working on a service unit with her 8th graders. “She and I combined forces and the 8th grade G/T students took it from there. At first it started as an end of year project---when students cleaned out their locker, they donated the “extra” usable materials. It soon became a whole school experience.”

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have collected approximately 17-20 boxes (one and a half barrels) of school supplies per year. “This is an all school effort which usually begins in May and continues until Chris picks up in June. Several of the 8th grade Social Studies teachers are now involved, and while studying Africa challenge the students to contribute.”

Deanna Craig’s class in Hackettstown has been collecting and contributing for three years. “I collect year-round. My reputation precedes me as a collector for many situations. I do quite a bit at school and church, so people bring, and I sort for the need. They bring me clothes which I then separate for the children in Ghana, the students and families at school and others from church. Towards the end of the year, when we have locker clean outs, I am right there with crates and boxes collecting as many usable school supplies as I can. In addition, people collect for Ghana throughout the year: the custodians and the lunch ladies have a bag ready to collect pencils and pens which they pass on to me for Chris.”

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Craig says, “Just knowing that the items are so appreciated is enough, but when we see the smiles and hear from the kids via pen pal letters, it really makes it so much more real and powerful for all of us, teachers and students.”

Linne adds, “People in the developing world look to us as a source of inspiration and help. They help us understand their culture better, and we help them understand our culture better.” He also refers to the pen pal endeavor, an initiative between the two New Jersey middle schools and the public junior high school in Ghana (Independence Municipal Assembly Junior High School ‘A’ in the village of Brahabebome in Obuasi, a city in the Ashanti Region). “The pen-pal letter exchange allows MOMS and HMS students to learn about West African culture and to allow Ghanaian students to learn about American culture,” says Linne.

If you have items you think might be donation-worthy, you can email Linne at chris.linne@gmail.com.

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Mount Olive 8th Graders Collects Stuffed Animals for Brazilian Foster Children

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By Steve Sears homaz Honda and Zain Mujtaba, both Mount Olive Middle School 8th graders, spent their 2019 summer vacation in an interesting way.

After his family booked their summer vacation trip to Brazil last April, Honda and his classmate began brainstorming something that they could do for Brazilian foster care children, eventually deciding within their community to collect gently used stuffed animals for Honda to distribute when he arrived in the country.

“We (Honda and Mujtaba) thought about how many kids aren’t fortunate enough to have parents who can afford this type of vacation, so we wanted to think of something to compensate for it sort of, and we thought of stuffed animals because they are portable and they (the recipient children) can snuggle up with them.”

During their 2019 spring break, the duo began designing flyers to distribute to local homes, doing Google searches for possible places to donate in Brazil, and creating thank you gifts -- origami magnets that can hold papers on a refrigerator -- for each family that donated to the cause. After school ended, both stuffed flyers into mailboxes, and then came phone calls and text messages from prospective donors. Once the stuffed animals were received, Honda and Mujtaba

sorted by size and condition and washed every single one.

“Meanwhile,” says Honda via initial email, “we thought that only the stuffed animals wouldn’t be enough, so we decided to fold little origami boxes to put American candies inside and give it with the stuffed animals.

Since Zain was not able to be with us for the trip, we had a cutout head of him in certain photos so that he could ‘be’ with us.” Per Honda, the endeavor helped “over 70 kids” with about 100 stuffed animals collected.

“Not only were they extremely portable and easy to bring to Brazil, but they also provided a beacon of hope that could be a friend to the kids when they felt lonely. They have been through so much that we needed to give them something to hug on to.”

The Hondas arrived in Brazil on August 9. On the second day there, Thomaz and his mom, Mayumi, and uncle, Daniel, visited the first (Casa 1) foster home, and that same day visited Casa 2, both under the name ONG Amamos. In the first home, Honda played cards and had conversations mostly pertaining to the United States and its language, the kids being curious since they had never been to the USA. “They normally don’t hear a lot of English in Brazil, so they always want to hear English because most people want to go to America because it’s very wealthy, powerful, and also has a very low crime rate.”

In the second home, all watched a theatrical piece about Christianity, afterwards enjoying a short snack. Finally, on August 17, Honda went to the third foster home, Casa Debelem, and played games such as catch and soccer.

“I always felt close to Brazil because though my family originated in Japan, my mom and dad were born and raised in Brazil,” says Honda, who recognizes that his uncle, mom, great aunt, Norma Honda, and

Zain’s mom, Narjis Mujtaba, all helped and supported them many ways since the beginning. “They helped with finding the locations and were the guiding hand behind this project. And of course, we want to say thank you to the Mount Olive community because without their generous donations, none of this could be possible.”

“It was a very memorable experience, and it was a great feeling to be able to help a bunch of children.”

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An Odd Coupling at Drew University Provides Relief for a Budd Lake Student

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By Bonnie Cavanaugh ollege is hard enough without having to worry about where to sleep. So, when Drew University senior Victoria Andrews of Budd Lake arrived to campus in early September to help new students move in, she was a bit disappointed to find that her own dorm room wasn’t ready.

Luckily, she ran into the one person with the immediate authority to help her out: Drew University President MaryAnn Baenninger.

“I was walking across campus before Move-In Day, and happened upon Victoria and her family discussing her room not being ready,” Baenninger says.

It didn’t help that it was raining, and Andrews was hauling her luggage around campus, notes Drew spokesman Stuart Dezenhall.

The university’s maintenance crew had been working on Andrews’ room, but it wouldn’t be ready for several days. Meanwhile, Andrews, who hadn’t been scheduled to move back early, had agreed to help incoming freshmen get settled on Move-In Day early the next morning. It’s her third year with the program.

The university president then did something rather unusual: she offered Andrews her own on-campus accommodations for the weekend.

“She volunteered to end her summer early, and come back to Drew to help usher in the new class of first-year students,” Baenninger adds. “It was only right to offer her a place to stay.”

Otherwise, Andrews says she would have returned home and commuted the roughly 27.5-mile trip back to the Madison campus early the next morning. A Sociology major with a minor in History, Andrews says that she was “honestly shocked and honored at the same time.”

“We just ran into each other on campus,” she says. “Surprisingly, I told her the situation, and she came to the rescue. I will be forever grateful.”

She stayed with President Baenninger for

four days, and the location could not have been better for the busy college student. “It was approximately a two-minute walk from her house to my dorm room.”

While the two shared the same property, Andrews boarded in the president’s annex house, not in her actual quarters. So, they weren’t exactly bunkmates, streaming videos and staying up all night. “However, she did help me move all my stuff into her garage, which was very kind of her,” Andrews says.

Baenninger, who came to Drew University in July 2014, is the school’s first full-term female president in its 152-year history. She attended Philadelphia’s Temple University, where she earned her BA and PhD in Psychology, according to the Drew University web site. She says sharing her on-campus accommodations brought back some of her own college memories.

“While we weren’t bunking in the dorms, it had still been awhile since I’d shared a roof with a college student,” Baenninger says. “It reminded me of days having my own kids in the house, too.”

“Victoria is such a lovely young woman,” Baenninger notes, adding that she was also a “very conscientious” houseguest. “She touched base by text to let me know of her comings and goings.”

Andrews rates the experience as one of the best she’s had at the university. “This is up there with working for the Walt Disney Company during my Fall 2018 semester,” she says. The president’s kindness was also reassuring. “Her hospitality was really comforting,” she adds. “I knew that Drew University was the best choice I made for my education.”

Baenninger says that it’s all part of the university’s core values. “At Drew, we take pride in providing the best possible experience for our students,” she says. “That’s why you hear so much about our culture of mentorship, and why there are so many examples of professors and staff going above and beyond to connect with and help students.”

“It’s one of my favorite things about the Drew community,” she adds.

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Veteran Mount Olive Educator Named as Middle School Principal

ount Olive Middle School has a new principal. James Kramer, a longtime Mount Olive School District educator, was appointed to the post by the board of education effective October 1. He replaces Matt Robinson who has become the director of elementary education.

Kramer has been with the district for 22 years. He taught social studies for two years at the middle school before transferring to the high school where he’s spent the last two decades. Since 2005 he has served as MOHS vice principal.

“I’m excited to bring my own educational vision to Mount Olive Middle School,” said Kramer. “I want to continue building a culture where kids and staff members love coming into the building. Every day we need to send the message to students that we as adults care about them and want them to

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excel.”

From 2000-2008, Kramer was the MOHS head football coach and led the team to its only state title in 2002 – a year in which he was honored as the Daily Record Coach of the Year and the Star Ledger State of New Jersey Coach of the Year. Prior to joining the district, he taught at Morris Knolls High School in Rockaway and at Ridge High School in Basking Ridge.

“Jim is a proven educational leader who is down to earth and loves interacting with students and staff,” said Dr. Robert Zywicki, superintendent of schools. “His knowledge of the Mount Olive High School curriculum will be a huge benefit in preparing middle school students to take advantage of the academic opportunities at the high school.”

A Flanders resident, Kramer is both a MOHS graduate and a parent of two MOHS

students. Concerned that his presence and high-profile position at MOHS might impact his children, he’s had some very frank discussions with them.

“Before my elder son entered his freshman year, I said that if it was going to be awkward for him with me as vice principal, I would go and find another job,” Kramer said. “That’s how important the high school experience is, I wouldn’t want to be a distraction. Every year I’ve asked them that same question. Luckily, they told me every time that I could stick around.”

Kramer holds two master’s degrees: one in educational leadership from New Jersey City University and one in teaching from Fairleigh Dickinson University. He received his Bachelor of Arts in economics/business finance from East Stroudsburg University.

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Mt. Olive High School Eagle Scout Builds Bridges and Boardwalks at Maiers Pond

By Elise Phillips Margulis obert Brauman, Jr., a 16-year-old junior at Mount Olive High School, walks through Maiers Pond on the Orange Trail on his way to and from school everyday.

Parts of the trail were muddy and three streams crossed through it.

Brauman, an avid nature lover, wanted to make the trail more appealing and welcoming to hikers. The enterprising teen approached the Mount Olive Open Space Committee for permission to build bridges and boardwalks so everyone could walk through the trail without wearing knee high galoshes.

His request was approved and the township donated wood so all Brauman needed was a little help with the labor.

According to Brauman’s father, Robert Sr., Brauman had “experienced building a bridge when he assisted in a construction project of a large trail bridge project on the Appalachian Trail in Vernon.”

Adult leaders in the troop assisted Brauman with the carpentry. He also received help from the scouts in Troop 249, cadets from Mount Olive Junior Reserve Officer’s Training Corp (JROTC) and family members.

Now people can enjoy the beauty of the trail without sinking into the mud by using the newly constructed three bridges and several boardwalks. He also removed litter from the area, pruned branches and disposed of fallen trees.

Brauman even fixed trail markers.

In addition to cleaning up the trail and building the bridges and boardwalks, Brauman painted an existing bridge that was covered with graffiti.

With a little help from his friends, Brauman achieved his objective of enabling students and hikers to walk from the high school to Turkey Brook Park without getting mud splattered.

Brauman is interested in pursuing a career in the environmental sciences and has just learned first hand about the applying for and implementing environmental projects.

Brauman Sr, said that his son, (a member of the JROTC),

also “recently completed a 14-mile hike around Turkey Brook Park with his ROTC unit at the POW/MIA Remembrance and Vigil at the All Veteran’s Memorial.”

David Alexander of the Mount Olive Open Space Committee works with scouts on Open Space projects. He was very pleased with Brauman’s work.

“Robbie is to be commended for his impressive work improving the Orange Trail with multiple puncheon boardwalks that work to increase access to one of our most ecologically interesting areas.”

He explained further, “The trail connects the high school with Maiers Pond and Turkey Brook Park through a wooded wetland forest along and the headwaters of the Trout

Brook, a New Jersey Fish and Wildlife designated wild trout stream.”

Alexander also mentioned that The Open Space Committee is looking for a group to clean up trash on the White Trail starting at Adam’s Bagels at Route 46 and continuing uphill 200 yards to the power lines.

In addition, Alexander is in search of an Eagle Scout candidate to create small routed signs with destinations and trail distances for the primary trail entrances to help hikers find their way more easily.

You can contact davidethanalexander@gmail.com and join their Facebook group for trail walk information and for volunteer opportunities.

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Hackettstown Historical Society: A Staple of Times Past

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By Anastasia Marchese he Hackettstown Historical Society was started in 1975 by seventy-two charter members. Its mission is to be “dedicated to the preservation of the historic heritage of Hackettstown and the surrounding areas.” It is a fascinating resource for anyone interested in the history of the area and the people who lived here.

According to ABCNews, genealogy is one of the most popular hobbies in the US, second only to gardening. Genealogy sites are also the second most visited category of website. Gwen Chaar, President of the Hackettstown Historical Society can testify to that. “I get many requests from people who have roots in the Hackettstown area and who are trying to reconstruct their family trees. People also want to find out information about the ancestors who form it. An interesting historical tidbit is that Hackettstown is named for Samuel Hackett whose family was influential in the area. There is some debate however, as to whether or not he actually ever lived in Hackettstown.”

Chaar said.

One of the amazing things about the historical society is the incredible number of historical resources it has access to. The society runs a museum where they house a library of almost 800 books related to New Jersey history. They have an online database

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of over 9000 names as well as a catalogue of genealogical files on site at the museum.

There are also over 500 documents, property deeds as well as manuscripts and copies of manuscripts. Some of these primary sources predate the Revolutionary War. There are also over 1000 photographs and postcards, recorded oral histories, letters, microfilmed local newspapers and all types of maps. One valuable source of information to genealogy buffs are the cemetery records that the museum has for both the Old Presbyterian Cemetery and the Union Cemetery. The society’s website has a database of more than 500 headstone images which can be searched for by name or just viewed by the search word “headstone”.

That way anyone can take a virtual walk through the graveyards and gain a valuable glimpse into the past.

In addition to helping people find out about their ancestors, Chaar says, “A big goal is to get the kids involved. We are trying to have a person talk to our schools.” aching out to students through the schools would help get children interested in their own local history. The society holds meetings once a month at the American Legion on the first Tuesday of the month, and is open to anyone interested.

The society also runs ongoing and changing exhibits at the Hackettstown Museum.

Three of the exhibits this year highlight books written by local authors. The museums curator, Ray Lemasters wrote, A History of the Carriage Industry in Hackettstown and has proved very popular. Ken O’Brien recently had published The War Effort in Hackettstown 1940-1945. This book clearly shows how much local citizens contributed to help make victory possible.

Maryann McFadden’s book The Cemetery Keeper’s Wife gives a different view of history, as seen through the eyes of a

woman. All three books can be purchased at the museum which is located at 106 Church Street next to the library. The museum is usually open on Wednesday and Friday from 2-4 p.m.

However, people can find out so much information and have access to many of the resources at www.hackettstownhistory. com. There is a link on the website to send an email in order request help with genealogy research as well as help with other historical questions.

Initiative Provides a Computer to Every MOHS Student

extbooks and notebooks now have company in the backpacks of Mount Olive High School students: Chromebooks. Every student received a new Hewlett Packard Chromebook to use at home and in class during the school year.

Providing MOHS students with their own computers accomplishes several important goals. The initiative provides reliable devices to students who do not have computers or tablets of their own at home, or have inadequate, aging technology.

It also encourages more project-based learning and more individualized instruction. Since all students are now empowered to access the internet and internet-based applications outside of school, it’s easier for them to research, communicate with their teachers, and collaborate with each other. Whenever and wherever they want, students can use instructional applications such as Google Classroom – an app that allows students to see classroom assignments and announcements, submit work, and exchange notes with their teachers and one another. They can even receive and respond to real-time personal feedback since

teachers can use their own Chromebooks to check student work as its being done.

“This levels the playing field and ensures that all our high school students have the same access to resources,” said Dr. Robert Zywicki, superintendent of schools. “As a district we’re also focusing on tailoring instruction to meets the unique needs of each student and technology is essential to help teachers deliver those personalized learning experiences.”

The use of computers and other instructional technology to enhance learning has long been a hallmark of the district. However, for the past year under Dr. Zywicki’s guidance, the district has made an intensive effort in all its schools to use technology even more. An essential step to do that was to boost teacher and student mastery of Google Classroom and Google’s suite of web-based productivity apps including Google Docs (word processing), Slides (presentations), and Sheets (spreadsheets). Approximately 250 faculty members trained for and received Google educator certification – an indicator of expertise in leveraging digital resources (e.g., apps, multimedia,

Kaylee Rios received her Chromebook in the MOHS commons.

websites) to make instruction engaging, dynamic, and individualized.

In years prior to the Chromebook distri-

bution, most high school classrooms were equipped with computers for student use in class.

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Mount Olive 9 Year Old Donates Hair

aitlyn Compano has watched many family members and close friends suffer from cancer. She had heard about Children with Hair Loss, a non-profit organization that provides human hair replacements at no cost to children and young adults facing medically-related hair loss. They accept hair donations as short as 8 inches - Kaitlyn donated 10 inches and is very proud of her decision. Kaitlyn decided that she wanted to help other children and help them to feel more confident about themselves and give them her hair. A brave thing to do at the age of 9 and a decision she made all on her own – we are very proud of her! To learn more about Children with Hair Loss, visit www.childrenwithhairloss.us/.

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Thank you to our neighbors and community for your donations. Pictures are Isabella and Richard Pascual with our neighbors Joseph and Marcello DeSantis who are proudly making a donation.

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Freeholders Fete Retiring Butler Nutrition Site Manager

he Morris County Board of Freeholders have honored 37-year county employee Kathleen Fairlamb of Butler, awarding her a county resolution of thanks and congratulations for four decades of helping to make sure Morris County’s senior-citizens-in-need received meals each day via the county’s Butler Nutrition site.

Kathleen was joined by her son, Preston, and sisters Hazel and Sharon, at a ceremony held for her retirement on Sept. 25 at the Morris County Board of Freeholders’ meeting in Morristown.

Mrs. Fairlamb started working for the county in 1983 and has been a mainstay at the Butler location, serving not just meals but great humor and compassion, and acting as a mentor and trainer to younger people entering the field of public service.

“She became a respected member of the community, loved by the seniors she serves and the staff with whom she works,’’ said Freeholder Director Doug Cabana, who awarded Kathleen the resolution. “She set an example of exemplary service, making our county a better place to live and work.’’

Under her direction, the team at Butler Nutrition serve an average of 10,000 congregate meals each year and prepare an additional 20,000 meals annually for home delivery.

“I think it is such an important program to have here in Morris County, to make sure we feed our seniors. It is a

wonderful program and I do hope it continues forever and ever,’’ Fairlamb told the freeholders.

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Forbert to Bring Jackrabbit Slim Back to Life at Vasa Nov. 17

little over 43 years ago, Meridian, MS, native Steve Forbert boarded a train bound for New York City. Twenty-one years old at the time, Forbert, with his guitar and harmonica, spent two years working his way up from street performer living at the YMCA to filling historic Greenwich Village clubs and signing a major label contract. By 1979, Forbert had really hit his stride, releasing Jackrabbit Slim, which produced his first top 40 hit, “Romeo’s Tune,” and afforded Forbert the opportunity to share his music with the world.

As part of part the 40th anniversary of that incredible album, Forbert will bring it back to life with his full band, The New Renditions, at Vasa Park in Budd Lake on Sunday Nov. 17.

The concert is being presented by Vasa Park in association with Joe Hirsh Productions and Mountain Ledge Music.

In addition to “Romeo’s Tune,” Jackrabbit Slim introduced the world to Forbert’s Mississippi instincts and catchy-but-deep rock and roll tunes. From the rollicking “Say Goodbye To Little Jo” to the almost-reggae-tinged “Complications” to the straightahead folk of “January 23-30, 1978,” Jackrabbit Slim spans Forbert’s early creative potential, all while entertaining differ-

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“Jackrabbit Slim was the release that put me on the map and gave me the audience that’s still with me today,” says Forbert.

“Every singer/songwriter needs one of these!”

In early November, Blue Rose Music will be releasing an extremely limited edition (only 500 copies) vinyl reissue of Jackrabbit Slim, remastered by the legendary Ted Jensen of Sterling Sound (The Eagles, The B-52s, Dave Matthews, Norah Jones).

Artists like Keith Urban, Rosanne Cash, and Marty Stuart have covered songs from Jackrabbit Slim and Forbert’s extensive 20 album catalog. And in 2017, twenty-one artists paid tribute to Steve by recording An American Troubadour: The Songs of Steve Forbert, further validating the quality of Forbert’s musicianship, writing, and profound contributions to Americana and Folk music.

“I’m preparing my New Jersey-based band for the show and I’m having no problem still relating to the stories in these songs,” says Forbert. “’Romeo’s Tune,’ which I’ve sung hundreds of times, is still fun! And I’m still totally down with ‘It’s often said that life is strange, but compared to what?’”

The New Renditions features several

24th Annual Mount Olive Holiday Food Drive Now through Dec. 5 The Mount Olive Area Chamber of Commerce, in association with the Mount Olive Kiwanis, and partners CBRE and The Padded Wagon, are here to help needy families enjoy the holidays.

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names known from the Northwest Jersey scene: Bardwell, George Naha, Caleb Estey, and Todd Lanka. For this show the band is adding Rob Cloress on keys.

Showtime at Vasa starts at 7:15 with guest opener, Jesse Bardwell. Doors open at

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Tickets for the show are available at joehirshproductions.com. They are $20 in advance, $25 (cash) at the door.

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